Incredible Orange-Pomegranate Salad with Orange Champagne Vinaigrette
By
Michael Conrad
Are you tired of the same old salads? Experience a flavor explosion with our Orange-Pomegranate Salad! Our zesty Orange Champagne Vinaigrette will tantalize your senses and have you wanting more. We combine sweet and juicy oranges, pomegranates, and crunchy almonds, to create the perfect balance of flavors. You won't be able to get enough and neither will your friends. Don't settle for regular salads any longer. Get a taste of something truly special! Enjoy a flavorful culinary experience, packed with nutrition and flavor. With our Orange-Pomegranate and Orange Champagne Vinaigrette, you'll have an exotic adventure right in your kitchen. Try our Orange-Pomegranate Salad today and share the recipe with your friends β you don't want them to miss out on this deliciousness.
Orange-Pomegranate Salad Recipe with Orange Champagne Vinaigrette
This lovely winter salad features gorgeous
colors and incredible flavor. Bright red pomegranate arils and vibrant sections
of orange whet the appetite with strong visual appeal, while creamy goat cheese
and avocado balances the satisfying crunch of the red onion and pecans. A
little drizzle of the delicious homemade citrus vinaigrette pulls it all
together for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Orange Champagne Vinaigrette Ingredients:
ΒΌ c. citrus champagne vinegar*
1 large clove garlic, smashed and peeled
2 T. honey, preferably local
1 t. Dijon mustard
1 t. orange zest, preferably organic
ΒΌ c. orange juice, freshly squeezed (approximately 1 large orange)
Β½ c. extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Salad Ingredients:
1 large pomegranate
1 large avocado, chopped
1 T. fresh lemon juice
6 c. mixed salad greens
Β½ medium red onion, sliced thin
1 large orange, sliced, peeled, and separated into bite-sized sections
To prepare the dressing, add the vinegar, garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, orange zest, and orange juice to a blender or food processor. Blend on high until completely smooth, approximately 1 minute.
If using a blender or processor with a vented top, slowly drizzle in the olive oil while blending, or add all at once if this isnβt possible. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and blend until thoroughly emulsified. Taste and add additional salt, if desired. Transfer to a serving container and set aside.
Remove the arils from the pomegranate by slicing off the top and scoring down the sides in between the aril sections with a sharp knife. Carefully pull apart along the score lines and separate the arils from the pith. Place the arils in a small bowl and set aside.
Coat the avocado with the lemon juice to prevent browning and set aside.
Arrange the mixed greens on a large serving platter and top with the red onion, orange sections, avocado, and pomegranate arils. Top with the crumbled goat cheese and pecan halves. Drizzle with some of the orange champagne vinaigrette and serve immediately with the remaining dressing on the side. Enjoy!
