Mediterranean Pomegranate & Herb Salad

This salad is vibrant, slightly sweet from the pomegranate, and perfectly balanced with the salty feta and zesty herbs – a true Mediterranean treat!

Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed salad greens (spinach, baby spinach, or romaine work well)

• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped

• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped

• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced

• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved

• 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

• 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds (optional)

Dressing:

• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses (or balsamic vinegar if unavailable)

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, parsley, mint and basil.

2. Add the Veggies: Toss in the red onion, cucumber and cherry tomatoes.

3. Top with Flavourful Ingredients: Add crumbled feta, olives, pomegranate seeds and toasted nuts if using.

4. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, pomegranate molasses (or balsamic), lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper.

5. Dress and Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad, gently toss to coat and serve immediately.