Pomegranate Salad
- Combine all ingredients in a measuring cup and whisk to combine. Alternatively, you make combine in a jar with a sealed lid and shake until fully mixed. Adjust seasoning based on your taste preferences.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining with non-stick foil or parchment paper, or spraying with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange the diced sweet potatoes in a single layer, then bake for 10-12 minutes. Flip once and remove from oven once edges begin to brown and sweet potatoes are fully cooked.
- While the sweet potatoes are cooling, add the lettuce mix to a large mixing bowl. Add the chickpeas, pomegranate arils, pecans, and dried cherries and mix to combine.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the top and toss to combine. Arrange the sliced or diced avocado on top and sprinkle with black pepper. Serve immediately.
Benefits of Pomegranate Salad
- Pomegranates Are Loaded With Important Nutrients. ...
- Pomegranates Contain Two Plant Compounds With Powerful Medicinal Properties. ...
- Pomegranate Has Impressive Anti-Inflammatory Effects. ...
- Pomegranate May Help Fight Prostate Cancer. ...
- Pomegranate May Also be Useful Against Breast Cancer. ...
- Pomegranate May Lower Blood Pressure.
Ingredients
- 6 cups spring mix or baby spinach
- 1 medium sweet potato peeled and diced small
- 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup dried cherries
- ⅓ cup pecans chopped
- ⅓ cup pomegranate arils
- 1 medium avocado diced or sliced
- cracked black pepper to taste
Creamy Pom-Honey Mustard Dressing
- ¼ cup pomegranate juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
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- Protein: 4gm
- Type: Free