Winter Salad with Snowflake Chips

A festive winter salad featuring crisp greens, vibrant vegetables, and crunchy tortilla chips shaped like snowflakes, served with a bright homemade salsa.

This salad quickly became a holiday favorite in our family, bringing a cheerful touch to the table and a perfect balance of textures.

Ingredients

• Snowflake Tortilla Chips: 4 large flour tortillas, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 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
• 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
• Dressing: 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp white wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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Step 1:

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2:

Using snowflake-shaped cookie cutters cut out shapes from the flour tortillas. Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.

Step 3:

Arrange the tortilla snowflakes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 8 10 minutes flipping halfway until golden and crisp. Let cool.

Step 4:

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.

Step 5:

In a large bowl gently toss winter greens sliced radishes pomegranate seeds feta cheese and toasted nuts.

Step 6:

Whisk together olive oil white wine vinegar honey salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Step 7:

Divide salad among plates. Arrange snowflake tortilla chips on top or on the side. Serve with a generous spoonful of salsa.

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This recipe has been a staple for our family gatherings, evoking warm memories every winter season.

Required Tools

Snowflake-shaped cookie cutters Baking sheet Mixing bowls Whisk Salad tongs

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (tortillas) Milk (feta cheese) Tree Nuts (pecans walnuts). Check all packaged ingredient labels for allergens if unsure.

Nutritional Information

Calories 310 Total Fat 17 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 8 g per serving

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This winter salad is an easy yet impressive dish that brightens up any meal.

Recipe FAQs

→ How do I make the snowflake-shaped tortilla chips?

Use snowflake-shaped cookie cutters to cut large flour tortillas, brush with olive oil, sprinkle sea salt, and bake at 375°F for 8–10 minutes until crisp and golden.

→ Can I substitute the cheeses used in the salad?

Yes, feta adds a tangy flavor, but you can use goat cheese or omit cheese for dairy-free options.

→ What greens work best for this salad?

A mix of kale, baby spinach, and arugula provides a hearty and varied texture ideal for winter salads.

→ How can I add protein to this dish?

Grilled chicken or shrimp complement the salad well, adding heartiness while maintaining fresh flavors.

→ Is it possible to make gluten-free tortilla chips?

Yes, simply use gluten-free tortillas and follow the same cutting and baking method.

→ What type of dressing pairs well with these ingredients?

A simple dressing of olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper enhances freshness without overpowering the components.