Pomegranate Avocado Salad with Candied Walnuts
Total Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Rating
4.22 out of 5 stars
(146)
Ingredients
6 servings
- 1 1/2 cups raw walnuts
- 1/3 cup real maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 6 cups mustard greens or mixed greens
- 2 cups baby arugula
- 2 persimmons, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- arils from 1-2 pomegranates
- 6 ounces blue cheese, crumbed (or goat cheese or feta)
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- kosher salt and pepper to taste
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Preparation
Step 1
1. Preheat the oven 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the walnuts to the baking sheet and toss with the maple syrup, cayenne and a pinch of salt. Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring 2-3 time throughout cooking until the walnuts are toasted and golden. Remove from the oven and spread the walnuts in one layer. Allow to cool.2. Add the greens to a large bowl. Add the persimmons, avocado, pomegranate arils, walnuts, and blue cheese. Give the salad a gentle toss.3. To make the vinaigrette, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pomegranate juice, orange zest, and a pinch each of salt an pepper in a bowl or glass jar. Drizzle the dressing over the salad or serve along side the salad. Enjoy!
Step 2
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