Pomegranate is my favorite fruit to use in salads. If I have pomegranate in my fridge, I will definitely add a few tablespoons to whichever salad I make. Surprisingly, the tiny red pearls bursting with juices make every salad taste better. But today I am sharing a salad recipe in which pomegranate is one of the main ingredients- Mediterranean style pomegranate salad with feta and walnuts. The delicious combination of juicy pomegranate pearls, creamy feta, crunchy salad leaves, and roasted walnuts is worth trying by every food lover, especially if you like the fresh flavors of Mediterranean food.
What goes in this pomegranate feta salad?
To make Mediterranean style pomegranate and feta salad, the following ingredients will be needed:
How to select the best pomegranate?
If picking a sweet, juicy red pomegranate is like winning a lottery ticket for you i.e. depends on luck then the following three simple tips might make you luckier next time:
How to cut a pomegranate?
Though it may sound quite easy, cutting a pomegranate without wasting a lot of juice and making the kitchen and clothes less messy, is also an art. To cut the pomegranate like a pro follow these steps:
Recipe tips and tricks
Use any nut of your choice but do toast them slightly before adding for more flavor and crunch.You can also add pepitas and raisins to this Mediterranean pomegranate salad.Instead of feta, goat cheese can be used too.In the dressing, you can also add around 1 tablespoon of pomegranate molasses. It will make the salad yummier. After rinsing the leaves, make sure to drain all the water. Also, pat them dry with a paper towel before adding to the salad. You can also use a salad spinner.Roast the walnut kernels on low/ medium flame, on high flame they get burned very easily.
More salads with fruits
Looking for more ideas to make salad with fruits? Do check the following recipes:
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