Holiday Wreath Salad Recipes

HOLIDAY SALAD WREATH

Steps:

• Neatly arrange spinach in a 10- to 12-inch circle with leaf tips facing outward. Arrange arugula on top of spinach, leaving the outer tips of the spinach exposed. Scatter beets over the arugula. Arrange pieces of goat cheese around the wreath. Sprinkle pistachios on top. Season salad lightly with salt and pepper.

HOLIDAY WREATH SALAD

Steps:

• 1. To make the salad dressing: Place the pomegranate juice, raspberry vinegar, shallots and honey in a food processor or blender. Pulse with two or three short bursts until the shallot is finely chopped. 2. While the machine is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing becomes thick and smooth (emulsified). Season to taste with salt and pepper. 3. In a large mixing bowl, gently mix the lettuces with the chicken, apples and cranberries. Toss gently with the desired amount of dressing (there will be leftover dressing for another use). 4. Place a small glass in the center of a large dinner plate. Carefully place the salad around the glass in the shape of a wreath, stacking it as high as possible, while keeping the glass directly in the center. Use your hand to compact the salad into a more uniform ring shape, if needed. 5. Sprinkle the top of the salad evenly with the cheese, hazelnuts, red pepper and pomegranate seeds. 6. Carefully remove the glass, keeping the center free of salad. Garnish with the tomatoes and rosemary sprigs and serve immediately. Cook's hint: Cranberry juice can be substituted for the pom