Fresh and tasty, with apples, pomegranate seeds, homemade vinaigrette, and optional blue cheese, this Apple Pomegranate Salad is a perfect winter salad.
1Tablespoonhoney or maple syrup or other sweetener
1Tablespoonorange juice
1Tablespoonswhite wine vinegaror other quality vinegar
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonblack pepper
3Tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
Salad
8cupslettuce mixI like half spring mix, half arugula
1applecored and cut into 1/2" cubes
1/2cuppomegranate seedsput these on last
1/3cuppecans halvestoasted
Optional 1/4 cup2 ounces crumble blue cheese
Instructions
In a small bowl combine the dressing ingredients and whisk until emulsified.
Add vinaigrette gradually to the lettuce and toss gently, until the lettuce is well coated. (You may use more or less to taste)
Top dressed lettuce with cheese (optional), pecans, apple and pomegranate seeds, adding pomegranate seeds last (to they are sure to be visible) Serve immediately.
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