Apple, Blue Cheese & Pomegranate Salad Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Apple, Blue Cheese & Pomegranate Salad featuring a tangy pomegranate molasses dressing, toasted walnuts, and a mix of crisp greens and sweet-tart fruits. This easy-to-make salad balances flavors and textures perfectly, making it a delightful starter or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Salad
- 1/2 cup walnuts (roughly chopped)
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 red apple (thinly sliced, skin on)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- 1/2 cup blue cheese (crumbled)
Instructions
- Toast the walnuts: Place the walnuts in a small pan over medium heat. Leave them undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to toast one side, then shake the pan to toast the other side for another 1-2 minutes. Keep a close eye to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, combine pomegranate molasses, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and sea salt. Whisk well until the dressing is smooth and emulsified. Set aside.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl or serving plate, add mixed greens, sliced apples, pomegranate arils, and toasted walnuts. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Add blue cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese over the tossed salad. Toss delicately to avoid breaking up the cheese too much, or alternatively sprinkle the blue cheese directly on individual plates before serving.
Notes
- Ensure walnuts are toasted just until fragrant to avoid bitterness.
- Pomegranate molasses can be found in specialty stores or online; it adds a unique sweet-tart flavor.
- For a nut-free version, omit walnuts or substitute with toasted pumpkin seeds.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the apple thinly for best texture and appearance.
Keywords: apple salad, pomegranate salad, blue cheese salad, walnut salad, healthy salad, Mediterranean salad, autumn salad
