Pomegranate Walnut Winter Salad (Print-Friendly)

Vibrant winter blend of juicy pomegranates, crunchy walnuts, and fresh citrus with a light cinnamon dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh 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 tbsp pumpkin seeds
07 - 2 tbsp sunflower seeds

→ Dressing

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

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine pomegranate seeds, orange segments, diced apple, and diced pear in a large salad bowl.
02 - Sprinkle chopped walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds over 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 the dressing evenly over the fruit and nut mixture. Gently toss to coat all ingredients without crushing the fruit.
05 - Top with chopped fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crunch of walnuts against juicy pomegranate seeds creates the most satisfying texture contrast
  • It comes together in 15 minutes but looks like something from a fancy restaurant
  • The cinnamon hint in the dressing makes people ask what your secret ingredient is
02 -
  • Lightly toasting the walnuts and seeds in a dry pan for 3-4 minutes transforms their flavor completely
  • Letting the salad sit for 30 minutes before serving allows the cinnamon to bloom and the fruits to share their juices
  • This salad is beautiful served in a clear glass bowl so everyone can see all those gorgeous winter colors
03 -
  • Use a spoon to scrape the pomegranate seeds out while holding the fruit half over a bowl to save your clothes from stains
  • The cinnamon is subtle but essential, don't be tempted to skip it
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