Pomegranate and Walnut Salad (Printable Version)

Vibrant winter salad with pomegranate seeds, walnuts, and fresh fruits. Quick, refreshing, and packed with nutrients.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 large pomegranate, seeds only
02 - 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
03 - 1 crisp apple, cored and diced
04 - 1 ripe pear, cored and diced

→ Nuts & Seeds

05 - 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
07 - 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds

→ Dressing

08 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Combine pomegranate seeds, orange segments, diced apple, and diced pear in a large salad bowl.
02 - Add chopped walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds to the fruit mixture.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and sea salt in a small bowl until fully emulsified.
04 - Drizzle dressing over fruit and nut mixture. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
05 - Sprinkle fresh mint leaves on top. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours for enhanced flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes flat but looks like you worked much harder
  • The combination of textures and colors makes even the dreariest winter day feel celebratory
02 -
  • Toasting the walnuts and seeds for five minutes transforms this salad completely
  • The flavors actually deepen after sitting in the fridge for a couple hours
03 -
  • Use maple syrup instead of honey to keep this fully plant based
  • The mint can be swapped for fresh basil or tarragon for a different herbal note
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