Best 7 Cranberry Apple Spinach Salad Recipes

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Calling all health enthusiasts and food lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our delightful Cranberry Apple Spinach Salad, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. This vibrant salad boasts a harmonious blend of sweet, tart, and tangy ingredients, making it a refreshing and satisfying meal. With a base of crisp spinach leaves, this salad incorporates the juicy crunch of apples, the burst of cranberries, and the nutty flavor of walnuts. Drizzled with a tangy dressing made from olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. As a bonus, we've included three additional recipes to satisfy your cravings: a refreshing Cucumber Salad, a hearty Quinoa Salad, and a zesty Lemon Herb Dressing. These recipes are packed with wholesome ingredients, making them perfect for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners. Join us on this culinary adventure as we explore the vibrant flavors of the Cranberry Apple Spinach Salad and its equally delicious companions.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE-CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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The tangy-sweet dressing in this spinach salad beautifully amplifies the apples and cranberries--and the creamy goat cheese transforms it into the perfect salad. Tasters raved about this easy fall salad. If you can't find Pink Lady apples, any sweet, crisp apple is a worthy substitute. Want to make this salad a main meal? Top with some rotisserie chicken, chickpeas or tofu.

Provided by Pam Lolley

Categories     Healthy Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
4 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
4 teaspoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon minced shallot (from 1 small shallot)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (10 ounce) package fresh baby spinach
2 large Pink Lady apples, thinly sliced
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries
½ cup chopped toasted pecans, divided
2 ½ ounces semi-soft goat cheese, crumbled (about 1/3 cup)

Steps:

  • Whisk together vinegar, mustard, syrup, shallot, salt and pepper in a small bowl; slowly whisk in olive oil until completely blended.
  • Toss together spinach, apples, dried cranberries, half of the pecans and dressing in a large bowl. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with goat cheese and remaining pecans. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 16 g

APPLE CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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Apple cranberry spinach salad filled with greens, crisp apples, dried cranberries, walnuts, feta cheese and a delicious honey dijon dressing. An easy salad recipe that's full of flavor!

Provided by Jamielyn Nye

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup honey
3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 to 8 cups prewashed spinach or spring mix
1 large apple (, cored and thinly sliced)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup walnuts or pecans
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve and stir before serving. The dressing stays good up to one week.
  • When ready to serve, place the spinach in a large bowl. Top with apple slices, cranberries, nuts and feta cheese. Drizzle with the dressing and toss until combined. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 294 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 21 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRANBERRY APPLE-SPINACH SALAD



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Make and share this Cranberry Apple-Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SweetSueAl

Categories     Spinach

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups fresh spinach leaves (moderately packed)
1/4 cup light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing (or Citrus Vinaigrette)
1 cup apple (matchstick-sized pieces)
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped (or toasted pecans)
1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese (or blue cheese)

Steps:

  • Place the spinach leaves and salad dressing in a large bowl.
  • and toss to mix well.
  • Divide the mixture between 4 salad plates.
  • Top the spinach on each plate with a quarter of the.
  • apples, cranberries, nuts, and cheese.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.3, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 36.1, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.9, Protein 2.5

APPLE CRANBERRY AND PECAN SALAD



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Tip: Sprinkle 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbles onto salad.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (5-ounce) bag fresh baby spinach blend
1 apple, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup Archer Farms Cinnamon Glazed Pecans
6 tablespoons Archer Farms Poppyseed Dressing

Steps:

  • Toss spinach, apple, cranberries and pecans in large bowl until mixed. Drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.

APPLE, PECAN, CRANBERRY, AND AVOCADO SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC DRESSING



Apple, Pecan, Cranberry, and Avocado Spinach Salad with Balsamic Dressing image

I like using Cripp, Braeburn, or Gala apples in this yummy salad!

Provided by teenbeauty

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup baby spinach leaves
1 tablespoon dried cranberries
1 tablespoon chopped salted pecans
½ apple, cored and diced
1 tablespoon diced red onion
2 tablespoons grated carrot
¼ avocado, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place spinach, cranberries, pecans, apple, onion, carrot, and avocado into a bowl. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 241 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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This recipe started out as a summer salad with raspberries. I came up with this holiday version when I was putting together the menu for my first Thanksgiving dinner. I sometimes serve it on individual salad plates instead of in a big bowl. -Garnet Amari, Fairfield, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 to 3/4 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sour cream
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, pecans and cranberries. In a bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

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

Tips:

- For a sweeter salad, use a sweeter variety of apple, such as Honeycrisp or Pink Lady. - To make the salad more colorful, add some chopped red onion or crumbled goat cheese. - If you don't have any dried cranberries, you can substitute raisins or chopped walnuts. - For a tangier dressing, add a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar. - If you're making the salad ahead of time, wait to add the dressing until just before serving.

Conclusion:

This Cranberry Apple Spinach Salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish. With its sweet and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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