Best 10 Cranberry Almond Lettuce Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exquisite Cranberry Almond Lettuce Salad, a delightful and refreshing dish that tantalizes your taste buds. This vibrant salad combines the tartness of cranberries, the crunch of almonds, and the crispness of lettuce, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. Drizzled with a tangy dressing made with lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, this salad is a perfect accompaniment to any meal or as a light and flavorful lunch. Additionally, discover variations of this classic salad, including a hearty version with grilled chicken or tofu, a refreshing twist with avocado and feta cheese, and a delightful combination with quinoa and roasted vegetables. Each recipe offers a unique culinary experience that caters to various dietary preferences and taste profiles, making this versatile salad a must-try for every salad enthusiast.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY-ALMOND GREEN SALAD WITH HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



Cranberry-Almond Green Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette image

Crumble blue cheese over the top of this simple salad for a nice complement to the nuts and fruit.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head Boston lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup toasted, sliced almonds
1/4 cup dried red cranberries
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Dash of honey
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup olive oil
Coarse salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces blue cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, almonds, and cranberries.
  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine mustard, honey, lemon juice, and olive oil. Cover tightly and shake well to combine and emulsify. Add salt and pepper to taste, and shake again before serving.
  • Pour dressing on salad and toss salad to coat. Crumble blue cheese on top, if using.

CRANBERRY, FETA AND WALNUT SALAD



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Make and share this Cranberry, Feta and Walnut Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Greens

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups mixed salad greens (I use leaf lettuce, endive and radiccio)
1 cup dried sweetened cranberries
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup walnut pieces, toasted
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Toss greens, cranberries, cheese and walnuts in large bowl.
  • Mix vinegar, honey, mustard and pepper with wire whisk until well blended.
  • Gradually add oil, whisking constantly until well blended.
  • Pour over salad; toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

CRANBERRY ALMOND SPINACH SALAD



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If you want something new to try for your Thanksgiving menu, toss this salad together. Fresh spinach leaves are tossed with toasted almonds and dried cranberries and drizzled with poppy seed dressing. It's likely to become a holiday tradition at your house, too. -Michelle Krzmarzick Torrance, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
3/4 teaspoon poppy seeds
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup canola oil
10 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 12 cups)
3/4 cup dried cranberries
2 green onions, sliced
3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk together first 6 ingredients; gradually whisk in oil. In a large bowl, toss spinach, cranberries and green onions with dressing; sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WEDGE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE, CRANBERRY ALMONDS, AND BACON



Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese, Cranberry Almonds, and Bacon image

Sweet cranberries and almonds with smoky bacon add a pretty and flavorful twist to this classic salad.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and cut into 4 or 8 wedges
Prepared blue cheese dressing*
1/2 cup Wonderful Almond Accents Honey Roasted with Cranberry
1/4 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • 1) Arrange lettuce wedges on four salad plates; drizzle with dressing.
  • 2) Top with Almond Accents and bacon.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH APPLES AND CRANBERRIES



Romaine Salad with Apples and Cranberries image

Crunchy apple and chewy dried cranberries bring a bit of sweetness to an ordinary green salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 medium unpeeled apple, diced (1 cup)
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped green onions (4 medium)
1/3 cup refrigerated poppy seed dressing

Steps:

  • In large serving bowl, place lettuce, apple, cranberries and green onions.
  • Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

BLUE CHEESE AND DRIED CRANBERRY TOSSED SALAD



Blue Cheese and Dried Cranberry Tossed Salad image

This is a very tasty salad; a swanky version of a regular everyday salad. The addition of blue cheese and dried cranberries give it something special. Wherever it is brought people always ask for the recipe!

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 hearts of romaine lettuce, chopped
½ English cucumber, sliced
¾ cup grape tomatoes, halved
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crumbled blue cheese
¾ cup balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Layer the romaine lettuce with the cucumber, grape tomatoes, pecans, cranberries, and blue cheese in a large salad bowl. Dress the salad with the balsamic vinaigrette before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 519.7 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

TUSCAN CRANBERRY ALMOND SALAD



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Make and share this Tuscan Cranberry Almond Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chris Reynolds

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 cups spring greens or 10 cups mesclun
1 cup chopped carrot
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup bacon bits
1 cup dried cranberries
1 medium granny smith apple, cored and chopped
1/2-1 cup crumbled feta or 1/2-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 (2/3 ounce) package Italian salad dressing mix
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Place salad greens in a large bowl.
  • Add carrots, onion, almonds, bacon bits, dried cranberries and apple.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Prepare dressing according to package instructions, using balsamic vinegar, olive oil and water.
  • Toss before serving and pass the salad dressing at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 11.2, Sodium 188.3, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 4

CRANBERRY AND ALMOND PASTA SALAD



Cranberry and Almond Pasta Salad image

Sweet and tangy pasta salad filled with dried cranberries and almonds. Turkey can be used in place of the ham. Great served right away or chilled briefly.

Provided by My Hot Southern Mess

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Farfalle Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
8 ounces diced ham
½ cup thinly sliced celery
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup sliced almonds
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil until cooked through yet tender, about 12 minutes; drain.
  • Rinse the pasta in cold water until completely chilled; drain. Transfer cool pasta to a large mixing bowl.
  • Toss the ham, celery, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds with the bow-tie pasta to mix evenly.
  • Stir the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar together in a bowl.
  • Pour the mayonnaise dressing over the pasta mixture; toss to coat evenly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 17.4 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 349.6 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES AND ALMONDS



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The cranberries and spicy almonds give this salad a sweet, spicy kick.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound (2 large) carrots, peeled and shaved with a vegetable peeler
12 ounces mixed greens
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup Sweet and Spicy Almonds or toasted unblanched almonds
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon white-wine vinegar
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 teaspoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss carrots, greens, and half the cranberries and almonds. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, mustard, and oil.
  • Drizzle salad with vinaigrette; season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Garnish with remaining cranberries and almonds.

JAMIE'S CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD



Jamie's Cranberry Spinach Salad image

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

1 tablespoon butter
¾ cup almonds, blanched and slivered
1 pound spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces
1 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons minced onion
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ cup white wine vinegar
¼ cup cider vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil

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:

  • For a more flavorful salad, use a variety of lettuces, such as romaine, arugula, and spinach.
  • Don't be afraid to add other fruits and nuts to the salad, such as mandarin oranges, walnuts, or pecans.
  • If you don't have time to make the homemade cranberry vinaigrette, you can use a store-bought vinaigrette or dressing.
  • This salad is best served immediately after it is made, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Conclusion:

Cranberry Almond Lettuce Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of sweet, tart, and crunchy ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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