Winter Salad Snowflake Chips (Print Version)

Crisp greens paired with snowflake-cut tortilla chips and fresh salsa create a bright and festive dish.

# Components:

→ Snowflake Tortilla Chips

01 - 4 large flour tortillas
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

→ Salsa

04 - 3 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
05 - 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
06 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
07 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
08 - Juice of 1 lime
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Winter Salad

11 - 4 cups mixed winter greens (kale, baby spinach, arugula)
12 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes
13 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
14 - 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
15 - 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

16 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
17 - 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
18 - 1 teaspoon honey
19 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - Cut flour tortillas into snowflake shapes using cookie cutters. Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
03 - Arrange tortilla snowflakes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Allow to cool.
04 - Combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir thoroughly and set aside to meld flavors.
05 - In a large bowl, toss winter greens, sliced radishes, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, and toasted nuts gently.
06 - Whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
07 - Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly. Divide among plates, top or serve alongside with snowflake tortilla chips, and accompany with salsa.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and colorful presentation
  • Crunchy snowflake-shaped tortilla chips add fun texture
02 -
  • Use gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free option
  • Pair with grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein
03 -
  • Make chips ahead and store in an airtight container for up to 2 days
  • Adjust salsa heat by adding more or less jalapeño
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