Description
Pomegranate Avocado Salad is a fresh and colorful dish that combines creamy avocado, juicy pomegranate seeds, crisp greens, and a tangy homemade dressing. It’s a light yet satisfying salad perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or baby lettuce)
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese or goat cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup toasted nuts or seeds (walnuts, almonds, or pumpkin seeds)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry the salad greens, then place them in a large serving bowl.
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and slice or cube the flesh. Add to the greens.
- Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds evenly over the salad.
- Add sliced red onion, crumbled cheese (if using), and toasted nuts or seeds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, honey or maple syrup (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
Notes
Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.This salad is best served immediately after tossing with dressing.For a vegan version, skip the cheese or use a plant-based alternative.Add quinoa or grilled protein to make it more filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
