Ensalada De Nochebuena

Based on a recipe from the December 2009 issue of Cuisine At Home. Includes a pomegranate-lime vinaigrette. “This salad traditionally is served by many Mexican families during Christmas Eve celebrations. Try it paired with tamales for a full feast.” TIP to prep pomegranate: slice off the crown end of the fruit; score the rind around the fruit, then break the fruit apart at the score lines. Place the pieces in a large bowl of cold water, and gently roll out the arils (seeds) and the white membrane. Remove and discard the white membrane that floats to the top, then drain the arils in a strainer and they’re ready to eat.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• VINAIGRETTE

• 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3  tablespoons pomegranate juice
• 2  tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 2  teaspoons sugar
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
•  kosher salt
•  black pepper
• 1  tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

• SALAD

• 1 (6 ounce) bag  mixed greens
• 1 1⁄4 cups beets, cooked and sliced
• 2  ruby red grapefruits, peeled and segmented
• 1  red apple, diced (Pink Lady or Braeburn recommended)
• 1  cup jicama, julienned
• 1⁄2 cup  pomegranate arils

Directions

1. In small bowl whisk together first five VINAIGRETTE ingredients.
2. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
3. In large bowl, combine SALAD ingredients.
4. Add cilantro to the VINAIGRETTE just before tossing with the salad.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy!