Best 4 Cranberry Balsamic Salad Recipes
**Tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors in the Cranberry Balsamic Salad, where sweet and tangy cranberries dance harmoniously with the richness of balsamic vinegar, creating a delightful culinary experience.**
embark on a delightful culinary journey with the Cranberry Balsamic Salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that captivates the senses. This salad is a delightful symphony of textures and flavors, featuring crisp mixed greens tossed in a luscious homemade balsamic vinaigrette, adorned with the tart sweetness of dried cranberries, the nutty crunch of toasted pecans, and crumbled goat cheese that adds a creamy tang. The salad is elevated with the addition of thinly sliced red onion for a touch of sharpness and fresh parsley for a vibrant pop of color. Indulge in this irresistible salad as a refreshing side dish or a light and satisfying meal, perfect for any occasion.
CRANBERRY BALSAMIC SALAD
I stock up on cranberries each fall when I visit a cranberry festival. I always have plenty on hand at Christmastime for making special holiday dishes, including this tangy salad. -Patricia Slater, Pefferlaw, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, salad greens, oranges, cheese and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette, orange juice and zest. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cranberries and almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRANBERRY AVOCADO SALAD W/SWEET BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
Oh my! A field of greens topped with avocados, cilantro, craisins, spiced almonds and drizzled with a white balsamic vinaigrette. Kudos to The Café Sucré Farine, Chris Scheuer.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Spinach
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the dressing: Combine all ingredients in a pint sized glass jar and shake well to dissolve sugar.
- For the salad: place greens and cilantro leaves in a large bowl.
- Add avocado and dried cranberries and about 1/4 cup of the dressing and toss gently.
- Scatter candied almonds over salad and sprinkle lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Pass extra dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.8, Fat 45.4, SaturatedFat 5.7, Sodium 303.6, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 13.3, Protein 7.7
BABY GREENS SALAD WITH CRANBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
This is a lovely salad for a holiday brunch or dinner party! The dressing is so yummy!! I've subbed a mild blue cheese for the goat cheese, and both are equally tasty. From Mary Ann Vitale, owner of La Taverna Restaurant in La Jolla CA.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Greens
Time 21m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, cranberry sauce and shallot. Slowly whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place the walnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 5 to 7 minutes; set walnuts aside.
- To serve the salad, toss the greens with enough of the vinaigrette to moisten and arrange on plates.
- Sprinkle each salad with goat cheese, dried cranberries and toasted walnuts.
CRANBERRY AVOCADO SALAD WITH CANDIED SPICED ALMONDS & SWEET WHITE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by Johanna
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Dressing: Combine all ingredients in a pint sized glass jar and shake well to dissolve sugar. Salad: Place greens and cilantro leaves in a large bowl. Add avocado and dried cranberries and about 1/4 cup of the dressing and toss gently. Scatter candied almonds over salad and sprinkle lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Pass extra dressing at the table. Candied almonds: Place a large sheet of foil on a work surface. Spray with cooking spray or rub a teaspoon of oil over foil with a paper towel. Place sugar in a large non-stick sauté pan and heat over medium heat, occasionally tipping and swirling the sugar until it's all melted into a pale golden syrup. Lower heat immediately and add butter, cinnamon, smoked paprika and vanilla. Stir until well combined and all butter is incorporated into the sugar syrup. Add the nuts and stir gently to coat. Don't worry if you have some clumps of caramelized sugar - they will melt as you continue to sauté the almonds. Cover and continue to cook on low, stirring every minute or so until almonds are a delicious golden brown. Watch very carefully as they can go from beautiful to burned very quickly! Turn out onto prepared foil and sprinkle liberally with sea salt. Spread out on foil to cool. Note: The cumin and the smoked paprika give just a hint of mysterious, delicious flavor - even though these are savory spices, these almonds are still wonderful served with sweets like ice cream or yogurt.
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
- To make the dressing ahead of time, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a jar or small bowl. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken or tofu.
- If you don't have goat cheese, you can substitute feta cheese or blue cheese.
- To add a bit of crunch, you can add some chopped walnuts or almonds to the salad.
Conclusion:
This Cranberry Balsamic Salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. The sweet and tangy dressing pairs perfectly with the tart cranberries, and the goat cheese adds a creamy richness. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.
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