Description
Pomegranate, Kale, and Wild Rice Salad with Walnuts and Feta is a colorful and nutritious dish that combines the tangy sweetness of pomegranate seeds with the earthy flavor of wild rice, crunchy walnuts, and creamy feta cheese. This delightful salad is perfect for any meal, from casual lunches to festive gatherings. With its vibrant colors and fresh ingredients, it not only pleases the palate but also provides a powerhouse of nutrients. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this versatile salad can be served as a main course or as a side dish. Enjoy it fresh or make it ahead for meal prep—either way, it’s bound to impress family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 cups chopped baby kale
- 2 cups cooked wild rice
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (omit for vegans)
- 1/2 cup minced onion or shallot
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons honey (sub agave for vegans)
- 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 squeeze lemon or orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare all salad ingredients by chopping kale, rinsing pomegranate seeds, and toasting walnuts.
- Sauté minced onions or shallots in olive oil until soft.
- Blend sautéed onions with olive oil, water, honey (or agave), apple cider vinegar, salt, and lemon juice until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine salad ingredients with dressing just before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg