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A winter salad features sliced steak, spinach, peanuts, pomegranate seeds, and tomatoes artfully arranged in a white bowl. Nearby, a small bowl of dressing waits with a spoon for the perfect finishing touch.

Ultimate Winter Salad

Brighten your holiday table with this vibrant winter salad. Crisp greens, seasonal fruits, and tangy dressing make every bite delightful. Perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Course Light Main Course, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 2

Equipment

  • 1 Pan

Ingredients
  

For the salad

  • ½ cup peanuts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Zest and juice of ½ lime
  • ½ red pepper sliced
  • 1 medium carrot ribbon-sliced with a peeler
  • 2 ½ cups Brussels sprouts, chopped
  • ½ lb round steak
  • 2 cups arugula
  • ½ cup pomegranate seeds

For the dressing

  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce

Instructions
 

  • In a steak pan over medium heat, add peanuts and fry for 5-6 minutes, stirring regularly until golden. Stir in 1 tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt, and lime zest. Transfer to a plate.
  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in the same pan and fry the steak for 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Set aside to rest.
  • In the pan, fry Brussels sprouts for 3 minutes, then add carrot and red pepper to sauté briefly.
  • For the dressing, grate a garlic clove and mix it with grated ginger. Whisk in soy sauce and sweet chili sauce.
  • Thinly slice the rested steak and mix it with the sautéed veggies and arugula in a bowl.
  • Arrange the salad in a serving dish, top it with steak slices, and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and peanuts.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad and enjoy your flavorful Winter Salad!
Keyword Easy winter salad, Protein-packed salad, winter salad recipe