Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our Cider Cranberry Salad, a culinary masterpiece that combines the tartness of cranberries, the sweetness of apples, and the tangy zest of orange in perfect harmony. This vibrant salad features a medley of crisp celery, crunchy walnuts, and crumbled blue cheese, adding texture and depth to every bite. Drizzled with a luscious honey-cider dressing, this salad transforms into an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. As a bonus, we've included two additional recipes to elevate your culinary experience: a zesty Orange-Cider Vinaigrette that adds a burst of citrusy freshness and a creamy Cranberry-Orange Fluff, a dessert sensation that blends the vibrant flavors of cranberries and oranges in a light and fluffy mousse. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
HONEY DIJON APPLE BACON CRANBERRY SALAD
Honey Dijon Apple Bacon Cranberry Salad screams FALL! Cranberries, Spinach, Walnuts And BACON! All drizzled with the most perfect Honey Dijon Dressing!
Provided by Karina
Categories Salad Thanksgiving
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Add all of the SALAD ingredients into a large salad bowl.
- Combine all of the DRESSING ingredients in a smaller bowl and mix well. Pour the dressing over the salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 353 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 28 g, ServingSize 1 serving
APPLE CIDER-CRANBERRY BREAD
This is a sweet and slightly tangy apple cider bread for breakfast, snack, or just when you need a little something... Happy baking!
Provided by StickySue
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Breakfast Bread Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
- Combine flour, sugar, cranberries, walnuts, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Beat apple cider, eggs, and vegetable oil in a separate bowl until frothy. Mix apple cider mixture into flour mixture until moist; pour into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 32.7 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 267.4 mg, Sugar 23.4 g
TOSSED CRANBERRY SALAD
Dinner guests rave about this salad's poppy seed dressing. &mash;Marilyn Bue, Princeton, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a blender, combine the sugar, oil, onion, vinegar, cranberry sauce, salt and mustard; cover and process until blended. Add poppy seeds; cover and pulse for 5-10 seconds. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
JAMIE'S CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD
Everyone I have made this for RAVES about it! It's different and so easy to make!
Provided by Jamie Hensley
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook and stir almonds in butter until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and let cool.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, sugar, onion, paprika, white wine vinegar, cider vinegar, and vegetable oil. Toss with spinach just before serving.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach with the toasted almonds and cranberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 58.1 mg, Sugar 23.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they should be thawed before adding them to the salad.
- To make the salad ahead of time, prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Before serving, bring the salad to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Garnish the salad with fresh rosemary or thyme for a festive touch.
- For a sweeter salad, add an extra tablespoon or two of honey or maple syrup.
- For a tarter salad, add an extra tablespoon or two of lemon juice.
- Serve the salad as a side dish or as a light lunch or dinner.
Conclusion:
This Cider Cranberry Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. The salad is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for your holiday table.
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