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Pomegranate Walnut Salad

A vibrant sweet and tangy salad featuring fresh greens, juicy pomegranate seeds, toasted walnuts, and a honey vinaigrette dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 5 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 3/4 cup walnuts toasted
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber sliced
Honey Vinaigrette
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Toast walnuts in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the vinaigrette.
  3. Combine mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, toasted walnuts, onion, cucumber, and feta in a large bowl.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, toast the walnuts and add dressing just before serving to keep the greens crisp.