The 7 Dishes That Will Make You a Holiday Party Star

The Colorful Winter Salad

Can a bowl full of raw vegetables possibly compete with a table loaded with indulgent main courses? Yes, thanks to the can't-miss combination of color, crunch and clean flavors. You can easily make this heaping platter of baby spinach, figs, cranberries, almonds and apples ahead of time; just add the apple slices and the pomegranate vinaigrette right before serving.

Get the recipe: Spinach Salad with Pomegranate Vinaigrette