Christmas Tree Salad

Name: Christmas Tree Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 head of gem lettuce or romaine lettuce; 1/2 cup cottage cheese (120g); 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (40g); 1/2 red bell pepper and 1/2 yellow bell pepper (cut into small shapes); 1 can of chickpeas (15 oz / 400g), rinsed and drained; 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (5ml); 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt to taste

by Francesca

1 Salad tree

30 min

Bring a touch of holiday magic to your table with this fun and healthy Christmas Tree Salad! Vibrant, fresh, and packed with festive colors, it’s a perfect light starter or side dish for your holiday meals.

The crisp lettuce leaves form the “tree,” while the decorations—pepper stars, pomegranate “baubles,” and chickpea “ornaments”—add a touch of whimsy. The creamy cottage cheese ties it all together, creating a dish that’s as delicious as it is beautiful.

This salad is not only delicious but also easy to customize and a great way to get everyone—especially kids—excited about eating veggies during the holidays.

Simple to make and sure to impress, this festive salad is the perfect balance of flavor, fun, and nutrition for your holiday celebrations!

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Yield 1 Salad tree
Time spent: Prep time: 10 Minutes Cook time: 20 Minutes Total time: 30 min

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Ingredients

1 head of gem lettuce or romaine lettuce
1/2 cup cottage cheese (120g)
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (40g)
1/2 red bell pepper and 1/2 yellow bell pepper (cut into small shapes)
1 can of chickpeas (15 oz / 400g), rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (5ml)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Crispy Chickpeas:
Rinse and drain the chickpeas, then toss them in a bowl with olive oil, paprika, oregano, and a pinch of salt.
Air fry at 360°F (180°C) for 15 minutes, shaking halfway, or roast in the oven at the same temperature for 20–25 minutes until crispy.
Assemble the Christmas Tree Base:
Lay out the lettuce leaves on a large platter, starting with the largest leaves at the bottom and working your way up to form a tree shape.
Decorate Your Tree:
Use cottage cheese dollops, crispy chickpeas, and pomegranate seeds as ornaments.
Cut the red and yellow peppers into small star shapes to use as decorations, or place a larger pepper star at the top of the tree.
Optional Extra Touch:
Use leftover pepper pieces to create small “presents” to place around the base of your salad tree.
Serve immediately and enjoy the festive crunch!

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