Fresh Fig, Apple, and Pomegranate Salad

Prep time: 20 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

Tossed with a creamy vinaigrette and topped with pomegranate seeds, feta, and sliced almonds, there is flavor in every bite of this simple mixed green salad.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 stalk green onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
5 ounces mixed salad greens
8 fresh figs, halved
1 medium Granny Smith apple, chopped
4 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
4 tablespoons sliced almonds
4 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Directions

1 Combine vinegar, olive oil, sour cream, and Dijon mustard in a small food processor or blender. Puree until dressing has begun to blend, about 30 seconds. Add green onion and garlic; process until smooth, 30 to 45 more seconds. Season with salt and pepper.
2 Place mixed greens in a large salad bowl and add vinaigrette to taste. Toss greens until coated, then divide evenly among 4 salad bowls.
3 Top salads with equal amounts of fig halves, chopped apple, pomegranate seeds, almonds, and feta cheese.