Festive Winter Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- For the Vinaigrette:
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Fresh or dried thyme
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp dried Italian seasoning
- For the Salad:
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 2 cups spring mix
- 1 cup arugula
- ½ pear, thinly sliced
- ½ apple, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup pecans
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 2 tbsp sliced almonds
- 1-2 cups roasted sweet potatoes, diced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Vinaigrette:Combine apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic, dried thyme, lemon zest, lemon juice, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a jar. Seal and shake vigorously until emulsified. Set aside.
- 2. Assemble the Salad:Arrange kale, spring mix, and arugula on a large serving platter.Top with pear and apple slices, pecans, pumpkin seeds, sliced almonds, and roasted sweet potatoes.Sprinkle feta cheese evenly across the top.
- 3. Finish and Serve:Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss lightly if desired and enjoy this vibrant, festive dish!