Pin this A festive winter salad featuring crisp greens, vibrant vegetables, and crunchy tortilla chips shaped like snowflakes, served with a bright homemade salsa.
I first made this salad last winter and loved how the snowflake chips delighted my family while the salsa brought a refreshing zest to the dish.
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 Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut 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 810 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.
Pin this This salad brings such joy during holiday gatherings especially when everyone marvels at the snowflake chips.
Serving Suggestions
Pair this salad with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or your favorite sparkling water for a refreshing meal.
Storage
Store leftover salad and salsa separately in airtight containers Refrigerate and consume within 2 days to maintain freshness.
Variations
Add grilled chicken or shrimp to boost protein or substitute feta with goat cheese for a different flavor.
Pin this This winter salad is a beautiful festive dish bringing crunch and fresh flavors to your table every time.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I make the snowflake tortilla chips?
Cut flour tortillas into snowflake shapes using cookie cutters, brush with olive oil and salt, then bake at 375°F for 8–10 minutes until crisp and golden.
- → Can I substitute the nuts in the salad?
Yes, toasted pecans or walnuts add crunch, but you can also use roasted chickpeas for an extra crispy texture.
- → What dressing complements the winter salad?
A simple dressing of olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper provides a balanced, tangy-sweet finish.
- → Is there a way to make the chips gluten-free?
Use gluten-free tortillas to prepare the snowflake chips to accommodate gluten-free diets.
- → What protein options pair well with this salad?
Grilled chicken or shrimp can be added for a heartier dish without overpowering the crisp salad flavors.