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Perfect Pomegranate Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A vibrant and refreshing salad combining sweet pomegranate seeds, crisp apple or pear, toasted pecans, and creamy cheese, dressed with a tangy vinaigrette.

Ingredients

Pomegranate Seeds

  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds (from 1 medium pomegranate)

Shallot

  • 1 piece shallot

Apple or Pear

  • 1 piece Granny Smith apple or Bosc pear

Toasted Pecans

  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans or candied pecans

Dressing

  • 1 recipe Apple Cider Vinegar Dressing or Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Mixed Greens

  • 3 ounces mixed greens

Soft Goat Cheese or Feta

  • 2 ounces soft goat cheese or feta ((omit for vegan))

Instructions 

  • Cut and seed the pomegranate.
  • Thinly slice the shallot and apple (toss with lemon juice if desired).
  • Toast the pecans until fragrant.
  • Prepare the dressing.
  • Arrange greens on a platter, top with pomegranate seeds, shallot, pecans, and cheese. Toss with dressing to taste.

Notes

Toast the pecans to enhance flavor and make the salad more delicious.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pomegranate