Save to Pinterest A festive winter salad featuring crisp greens, vibrant vegetables, and crunchy tortilla chips shaped like snowflakes, served with a bright homemade salsa.
I enjoy making this salad during the holidays because it adds a special touch to our table and everyone loves the homemade salsa with the unique chips.
Ingredients
- For the Snowflake Tortilla Chips: 4 large flour tortillas 2 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp sea salt
- For the Salsa: 3 medium ripe tomatoes, diced 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Juice of 1 lime 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper
- For the Winter Salad: 4 cups mixed winter greens (e.g. kale, baby spinach, arugula) 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped
- For the Dressing: 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp white wine vinegar 1 tsp honey Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut and Prepare Chips:
- Using snowflake-shaped cookie cutters, cut out shapes from the flour tortillas. Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake Chips:
- Arrange the tortilla snowflakes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 8 10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Let cool.
- Prepare Salsa:
- In a medium bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and set aside for flavors to meld.
- Assemble Salad:
- In a large bowl, gently toss winter greens, sliced radishes, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, and toasted nuts.
- Make Dressing:
- Whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
- Serve:
- Divide salad among plates. Arrange snowflake tortilla chips on top or on the side. Serve with a generous spoonful of salsa.
Save to Pinterest This salad has become our family favorite during winter celebrations especially when we gather around and enjoy the festive shapes together.
Required Tools
Snowflake-shaped cookie cutters Baking sheet Mixing bowls Whisk Salad tongs
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (tortillas), Milk (feta cheese), Tree Nuts (pecans or walnuts) Check all packaged ingredient labels for allergens if unsure
Nutritional Information
Calories 310 Total Fat 17 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 8 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This winter salad is both festive and nourishing making it perfect for holiday gatherings or a light meal any time.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I make the tortilla chips crispy?
Brush both sides of the snowflake-cut tortillas with olive oil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- → Can I substitute ingredients for dietary preferences?
Yes, use gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free option, and swap nuts for seeds if preferred. Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- → What greens work best for this salad?
Mixed winter greens like kale, baby spinach, and arugula create a fresh, hearty base with good texture and flavor contrast.
- → How can I make the salsa less spicy?
Remove the jalapeño seeds or reduce the amount used to control the heat in the salsa.
- → Is this dish suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this salad is vegetarian-friendly with ingredients like greens, salsa, feta cheese, nuts, and tortilla chips.