Winter Greens Citrus Pomegranate (Print)

Hearty winter greens combined with citrus, pomegranate, and toasted nuts create a vibrant dish.

# Ingredients:

→ Greens

01 - 3.5 oz baby kale
02 - 3.5 oz arugula
03 - 1.75 oz radicchio, thinly sliced

→ Citrus

04 - 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
05 - 1 large grapefruit, peeled and segmented

→ Fruit

06 - 3.5 oz pomegranate seeds

→ Nuts

07 - 2.1 oz mixed nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
11 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
13 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
14 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (optional)

15 - 1 oz crumbled feta cheese
16 - Fresh herbs (mint or parsley), chopped

# Directions:

01 - Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add mixed nuts and toast for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool, then roughly chop.
02 - Use a sharp knife to cut away the peel and pith from the orange and grapefruit. Segment the fruit, removing any seeds.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
04 - In a large bowl, combine baby kale, arugula, and radicchio. Add citrus segments and pomegranate seeds. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
05 - Top the salad with toasted nuts and, if desired, crumbled feta and fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare
  • Packed with nutrients and bright flavors
02 -
  • Contains nuts and dairy (feta, optional). For allergies, omit or substitute as needed.
  • You can use a mix of other winter greens like spinach or endive.
03 -
  • Segment citrus over a bowl to catch extra juice for the dressing.
  • Toast nuts just before serving for maximum crunch.
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