Pomegranate Avocado Lemon Vinaigrette (Printable Version)

# What You Need:

→ Salad

01 - 5 oz (140 g) mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, baby spinach, or spring mix)
02 - 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
03 - 1 cup (150 g) pomegranate seeds
04 - 1/4 cup (30 g) thinly sliced red onion
05 - 1/4 cup (30 g) crumbled feta cheese (optional)
06 - 1/4 cup (30 g) toasted walnuts or pecans (optional)

→ Lemon Vinaigrette

07 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
09 - 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
10 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake well until emulsified.
02 - In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, red onion, and avocado slices.
03 - Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
04 - Top with crumbled feta and toasted nuts, if using. Serve immediately.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For vegan option, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
02 - Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
03 - Substitute walnuts or pecans with pumpkin seeds for a nut-free version.
04 - Serve chilled for maximum freshness.