14 Filling Winter Salads That Count as Comfort Food
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Salad isn't known as being a winter comfort food, but seasonal produce like persimmons, squash and pomegranate make *perfect* salad toppings this time of year. After indulging in holiday goodies for the last few weeks (months?), your body will be craving a nutrient-dense lunch or dinner this winter. Stay healthy and keep your immunity up by getting your veggie servings in for the day with these filling and delicious winter salads.
Harvest Cranberry, Persimmon and Burrata Salad
Warm Quinoa, Kale and Squash Salad With Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette
Herbed Kale Salad With Persimmon, Pomegranate and Maple-Cumin Dressing
Bourbon Roasted Pear Salad With Gorgonzola and Candied Walnuts
Candied Hazelnut, Kale, Apple and Bacon Salad
Harvest Salad With Pomegranate Allspice Dressing
This salad makes a beautiful accompaniment to heavier dishes. The pomegranate dressing is fresh and tangy and pairs perfectly with creamy gorgonzola and sweet acorn squash. (via The View from Great Island)
Winter Kale Salad With Almond Butter Dressing
You only need six ingredients for this winter salad. It's easy enough to double or triple for a get-together and healthy enough to get all your veggies for the day. (via In It 4 the Long Run)
Roasted Butternut Squash Fall Kale Salad
Baby Kale Salad With Oranges, Pomegranate and Maple-Tahini Dressing
This salad packs a nutritional punch that can't be beat. It's delicious too! (via Can You Stay for Dinner?)
Roasted Mushroom and Romaine Salad
Super-simple ingredients make this comfort salad a go-to for busy weeknights. The mushrooms are tossed with olive oil, rosemary and garlic and then roasted for an earthy bite. Get your vitamin B fix and a powerful antioxidant called selenium, which helps to support the immune system. (via Cookin' Canuck)
Sweet Potato Pomegranate Salad
Brussels Sprouts & Kale Salad With Apple, Gorgonzola + Candied Pecans
Brussels Sprout Salad With Butternut Squash, Pomegranate and “Fried” Goat Cheese
Pickled beets brighten up a gluten-free butternut squash falafel salad, adding color and flavor to the dish. Make this for your next Meatless Monday dish! (via Snixy Kitchen)
This article has been updated from a previous version published on December 6, 2015.
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