Christmas Salad with Citrus-Champagne Vinaigrette

Here's a vibrantly beautiful salad that’s truly fit for a celebration! You can even shape it like a gorgeous Christmas wreath for a showstopping, edible centerpiece!

Pretty greens are studded with crunchy pistachios, sweet and tangy pomegranate arils, and juicy oranges.

– salad greens – navel oranges – pistachios – pomegranate arils – crumbled goat cheese – orange juice

Place greens in a large serving bowl (or divide evenly among individual salad plates).

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Arrange oranges, pistachios, and pomegranate arils over top of greens. Sprinkle with goat cheese.

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For dressing, whisk together orange juice, honey, champagne vinegar, canola oil, mustard, salt, and pepper.

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Dress salad just before serving, or pass the dressing at the table.

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The best way to prep this salad ahead is simply to have the dressing made, the oranges cut, and all of the components measured and ready.

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Swipe up for full recipe!

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