Christmas Salad

 Had Gpa and Penny over for our traditional Spode Christmas dinner tonight and wanted to make something new, so tried this salad!!  It didn't disappoint and was a hit with all of us!!!  Super yummy and pretty for Christmas too!!  EASY prep as well :)

Serves 6

Ingredients

For the salad

• 7 cups mixed spring greens
• 1 1/4 cups orange segments mandarin oranges, clementines or tangerines
• 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds can substitute dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
• 1/2 cup candied pecans roughly chopped

For the dressing

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon shallot minced
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Place the mixed greens, oranges, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese and pecans in a large bowl.
• Place all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl, whisk until smooth.
• Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture to taste, then gently toss to coat. You may have dressing left over. Serve immediately.