Best 3 Christmas Pomegranate Salad Recipes

As the holiday season approaches, many people look forward to indulging in the traditional flavors of Christmas. One dish that has become increasingly popular in recent years is the Christmas pomegranate salad. This vibrant and flavorful salad is a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, making it a perfect side dish or appetizer for any праздничный стол. The combination of crisp apples, juicy pomegranates, and crunchy walnuts creates a delightful textural experience, while the tangy dressing adds a refreshing touch. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, the Christmas pomegranate salad is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

POMEGRANATE HOLIDAY SALAD

Pomegranate Holiday Salad image

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups arugula
3 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced, plus 1 tablespoon chopped fronds, for garnish
1 orange, segmented, plus the juice squeezed from the pulp
Seeds from 1 pomegranate
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Toss the arugula, walnuts, fennel, orange segments, pomegranate seeds and onions together in a large bowl.
Whisk together the Dijon, vinegar and orange juice in a small bowl. Whisk in the oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Drizzle the salad with the dressing to taste. Garnish with fennel fronds and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 199 milligrams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 17 grams

CHRISTMAS POMEGRANATE SALAD

Christmas Pomegranate Salad image

I love mixing up cheese and fruit in salads! This salad is not only tasty, it is full of great nutrients and antioxidants from the pomegranate seeds.

Provided by Karyn Ulriksen

Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3 cups leafy salad green mix
½ cup pomegranate seeds
⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese
¼ cup crushed walnuts
¼ cup cranberry vinaigrette

Steps:

Toss leafy greens, pomegranate seeds, blue cheese, and walnuts together in a medium-sized salad bowl. Add cranberry vinaigrette just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 16.9 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 447 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

CHRISTMAS DELI SALAD WITH POMEGRANATE, PARMA HAM AND GORGONZOLA

Christmas Deli Salad With Pomegranate, Parma Ham and Gorgonzola image

A fabulous wilted salad boasting the rich, festive colours of vibrant crimson reds and lush holly greens, as well as being full of flavour - this is simply a wonderful salad for the Christmas, New Year or Thanksgiving family table. Please do use any blue cheese or ham of your choice; Stilton or Roquefort would be lovely as well as Prosciutto or Bayonne ham.......and, if you are serving any vegetarians, just leave the ham out of the equation! The dressing can be made up a few hours or a day beforehand, just wilt the leaves and assemble the salad right before serving. Serve this salad with crusty rolls or some thinly sliced rye bread and a glass of chilled Rosé or Chardonnay.

Provided by French Tart

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

250 g radicchio chicory lettuce (red endive leaves)
250 g savoy cabbage (the green leaves)
1 tablespoon olive oil
200 g gorgonzola, cubed
300 g parma ham, shredded
50 g olives (black or green)
100 g pomegranate seeds (from one or two pomegranates)
100 g rocket (arugula)
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons lemon juice
50 ml olive oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

Wash and trim the radicchio and Savoy cabbage leaves, and remove the chunkier stems and centre stem of the Savoy cabbage. Then cut or tear the leaves into even sized strips. Heat the olive oil in a large wok or frying pan. Wilt the leaves in the olive oil - just for a few minutes so the leaves are still crunchy but warm.
Lay the wilted leaves out on a large platter or individual plates and top with the gorgonzola cheese cubes, Parma ham slices (which have been shredded) and the olives.
Scatter the rocket (arugula) leaves over the top and then scatter the pomegranate seeds over before adding the dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.8, Fat 30.8, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 37.6, Sodium 886.7, Carbohydrate 15.3, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 6.4, Protein 14.4

Tips:

Use fresh and ripe pomegranates. Look for ones with deep red arils and no signs of bruising or damage.
If you can't find fresh pomegranates, you can use frozen arils. Thaw them completely before using.
If you don't have a pomegranate, you can substitute another fruit, such as grapes, berries, or oranges.
To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the dressing and assemble the salad without the pomegranate arils. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle the pomegranate arils on top.
This salad is also delicious served warm. To warm the salad, place it in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

Conclusion:

This Christmas pomegranate salad is a festive and delicious way to celebrate the holiday season. It's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy hosts. The salad is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for your holiday table.