Christmas deserves a bright, colorful salad packed with flavor and the natural beauty of fresh produce—right? Let’s make this rainbow holiday salad to star on your holiday table.
Ingredients for the rainbow holiday salad:
- 6 cups mixed salad greens of your choice;
- 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved;
- 1 cup watermelon cubes (½-inch);
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into strips;
- Your favorite vinaigrette or salad dressing.
How to make the rainbow holiday salad:
- Tear the greens into bite-size pieces by hand, keeping a few leaves whole if you like;
- Spread the greens over a large platter or shallow bowl;
- Scatter the tomato halves on top;
- Arrange the grilled or sautéed chicken strips over the salad;
- Tuck the watermelon cubes here and there for pops of color;
- Dress with your favorite vinaigrette just before serving.
Tip: Add the dressing only at the last minute so the greens stay crisp and perky.
Make it your own:
Use this recipe as a springboard—swap in different leaves, fruits, seeds, or nuts. Get creative and taste the rainbow!
A quick salad history bite:
Salads have been around since ancient times, mixing contrasting colors and textures served cold. The word comes from the Latin “herba salata,” meaning “salted greens,” because salt was once the star seasoning.
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