Fresh cucumbers, pomegranate seeds, and citrus dressing create a vibrant, festive holiday salad.
# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
→ Fruit
04 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds
→ Herbs
05 - ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
09 - ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
11 - ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
# Method:
01 - In a large salad bowl, mix cucumber slices, red onion, red bell pepper, pomegranate seeds, and parsley.
02 - Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly coat all components.
04 - Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese if desired.
05 - Serve immediately or chill up to 1 hour to enhance flavors.
