Gretchen's Get the Band Aids Pomegranate Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Gretchen's Get the Band Aids Pomegranate Salad is a delightful medley of nutrient-packed ingredients. Featuring juicy pomegranate seeds, crisp mixed greens, creamy feta, and crunchy pistachios, this salad masterfully balances sweetness, tang, and savory notes. A zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and honey ties it all together, while a sprinkle of fresh mint delivers an herby finish. Perfect as a side dish or light meal, this 15-minute recipe offers a quick, healthy, and visually stunning salad that's sure to impress. With its bold textures and vibrant colors, this pomegranate salad is ideal for entertaining or elevating a weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Pomegranate seeds (arils)
- 4 cups Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and kale)
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 cups Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.3 cups Pistachios, shelled and roughly chopped
- 0.25 cups Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Carefully cut the pomegranate in half and remove the seeds (arils). Collect about 1.5 cups and set aside. Be cautious to prevent juice from staining—hence the recipe's name!
Step 2
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 3
Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and slice into thin half-moons. Add to the salad bowl.
Step 4
Crumble the feta cheese if not already done and add to the bowl along with the pomegranate seeds, pistachios, red onion slices, and chopped mint leaves.
Step 5
In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light meal. Enjoy the burst of flavors and textures!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (926.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1331.4 |
| Total Fat 94.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 100mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2508.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 101.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.7g | |
| Protein 37.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 839.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2127.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories