Pomegranate and Poppy Seed Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Pomegranate and Poppy Seed Salad, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and crunchy. Bursting with juicy pomegranate arils, creamy crumbled feta, and toasted slivered almonds, this vibrant dish is layered over a bed of leafy mixed greens and finished with thin slices of cucumber and red onion for added crunch. Drizzled with a zesty homemade poppy seed dressing made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey, this salad delivers a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal side dish or light meal that’s as nutritious as it is beautiful. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday spreads, or a refreshing summer bite, this salad will impress with its simplicity and elegance!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1 cup Pomegranate arils (seeds)
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Slivered almonds, toasted
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Poppy seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, pomegranate arils, sliced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, slivered almonds, and red onion.
Step 2
To prepare the dressing, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
Step 3
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 4
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 5
Serve immediately as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy the vibrant flavors!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (949.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1211.8 |
| Total Fat 87.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 100mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1930.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 87.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 53.2g | |
| Protein 33.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 903.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1888.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories