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Best Spiced Pomegranate Persimmon Salad Recipe

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This bold and beautiful salad features jewel-toned pomegranate arils, golden persimmon slices, and a spicy honey glaze. It’s a showstopper that holds its own against heavy holiday dishes and is incredibly easy to throw together.

Ingredients

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  • 5 oz (140g) baby arugula
  • 2 large or 3 medium Fuyu persimmons, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (150g) pomegranate arils
  • 1/2 cup (60g) candied pecans (or toasted pecans)
  • 1/3 cup (50g) crumbled goat cheese
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 3 tbsp (60ml) honey
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Make the candied pecans: In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast 1/2 cup pecan halves for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey) and a pinch of salt. Stir constantly for 30-60 seconds until coated and glossy. Spread on parchment paper to cool completely.
  2. Prepare the persimmons: Wash and dry Fuyu persimmons. Cut off the green calyx and slice crosswise into thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick. Leave the skin on.
  3. Make the honey glaze: In a small bowl, combine honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, ginger, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously until emulsified and smooth.
  4. Assemble the salad: Place arugula in a large salad bowl. Add sliced red onion. Drizzle about half the dressing over the greens and toss gently to coat.
  5. Top and garnish: Arrange persimmon slices on top. Sprinkle pomegranate arils, candied pecans, and crumbled goat cheese over the salad. Drizzle remaining dressing on top or serve on the side.
  6. Serve immediately for best texture.

Notes

Don’t overdress the greens. For extra flavor, toast the spices briefly in a dry pan before adding to the dressing. Use a paper towel to clean pomegranate arils. Season the bowl by rubbing with a cut garlic clove for a savory note. Slice persimmons thicker if very ripe to prevent mushiness.

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