Best 7 Cranberry Romaine Salad With Raspberry Vinairgrette Recipes

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In the realm of vibrant and refreshing salads, the Cranberry Romaine Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette emerges as a symphony of flavors and textures. This delightful dish combines the crisp and refreshing crunch of romaine lettuce with the tart sweetness of cranberries, the savory nuttiness of walnuts, and the tangy-sweet burst of crumbled goat cheese. Tossed in a luscious and vibrant raspberry vinaigrette, this salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate. Accompanying recipes in this article offer variations to suit every taste: a tangy Dijon Vinaigrette for those who prefer a classic and robust dressing, a creamy Avocado Dressing for those seeking a rich and velvety texture, and a light and refreshing Lemon Vinaigrette for those who desire a citrusy brightness. With its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, this salad is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a light lunch, a vibrant side dish, or a healthy and satisfying main course.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TOSSED SALAD AND RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Tossed Salad and Raspberry Vinaigrette image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound mixed field greens
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup walnut pieces
One 22-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained and chilled
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup aged balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • For the salad: Place the salad greens in a large bowl. Mix in the cranberries, walnuts, mandarin oranges, grape tomatoes and feta.
  • For the vinaigrette: Combine the raspberries, vinegars, sugar and mustard in a blender until smooth. Slowly stream in the oil until combined.
  • Toss the salad with the vinaigrette before serving.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH CHOICE OF RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE OR CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING



Romaine Salad with Choice of Raspberry Vinaigrette or Creamy Italian Dressing image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1 shallot, quartered
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 garlic clove, lightly crushed with the side of a knife blade, and quartered
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch crushed red pepper
2 tablespoons Parmesan
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
12 cups romaine lettuce soaked in salt water to remove grit, stiff spines removed, torn into bite sized pieces and dried with a salad spinner (from 2 or 3 heads romaine lettuce)
1 red onion, thinly sliced on a mandolin
1 Vidalia onion, thinly sliced on a mandoline
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 small loaf French bread, sliced, toasted and cut into croutons

Steps:

  • For the raspberry vinaigrette:
  • Add the vinegar to a blender, replace the lid, turn it on, and through the feed opening, add, 1 at a time, the shallot, black pepper, salt, mustard, and thyme. Then leaving the blender running, add the olive oil in a slow thin stream.
  • Wash and dry the blender to have it ready to prepare the other dressing.
  • For the creamy Italian dressing:
  • Add the vinegar to a blender, replace the lid, turn it on, and through the feed opening, add, 1 at a time, the garlic, black pepper, salt, red pepper, and Parmesan. Then leaving the blender running, add the olive oil in a slow thin stream.
  • For the salad, toss the lettuce, red onion, sweet onion, tomatoes, Parmesan, and parsley together in a large bowl. Top with croutons, and serve the dressings on the side.

FALL SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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This is a great starter for Thanksgiving dinner that is both delicious and festive.

Provided by Cynthia

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup cranberries
¼ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons white sugar
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
2 heads romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried, and torn into bite-size pieces
2 medium heads Belgian endive - washed, dried and chopped
2 red Anjou pears
½ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine vinegar and cranberries. Cook over medium heat until cranberries soften. Remove from heat; add olive oil, sugar, salt and pepper. Place in blender and mix until smooth. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Core and julienne one pear, core and dice the other.
  • In a large bowl, combine the Romaine lettuce, endive, diced pears, walnuts and Gorgonzola. Toss and drizzle with enough dressing to coat.
  • Divide among salad plates and garnish with julienned pear. Top with any additional walnuts as well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 171.5 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

CRANBERRY ROMAINE SALAD



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Make and share this Cranberry Romaine Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mommy Fawns

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup slivered almonds
1 lb romaine lettuce
1 cup dried cranberries or 1 cup craisins
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1/2 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons minced onions
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
toasted and sugared chopped pecans (optional)
shredded cheese (optional)
mandarin orange (optional)
diced pear (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoons butter. Cook and stir almonds until toasted. Let cool.
  • Melt 1 tablespoons butter. Add sugar. Cook and stir pecans until toasted. Let cool.
  • Combine greens with toasted almonds and pecans and cranberries and choice of fruit and cheese.
  • Whisk together sesame seeds, poppy seeds, sugar, onion, paprika, vinegars, and oil. Toss with salad when ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.9, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 26.4, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 14.3, Protein 3.7

GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Green Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Green salad that is especially pretty to serve during the Christmas holidays.

Provided by Nancy W

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup fresh cranberries
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons water
½ red onion, thinly sliced
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1 pound mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Arrange almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in oven for 5 minutes, or until nuts begin to brown.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, oil, cranberries, mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and water. Process until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, toss the almonds, onion, blue cheese, and greens with the vinegar mixture until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 405.1 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

APPLE-WALNUT SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Ed Peterson

Categories     Salad     Food Processor     Leafy Green     Side     No-Cook     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Cranberry     Apple     Walnut     Chill     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Kansas     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup vegetable oil
10 cups mixed baby greens
2 Red Delicious apples, cored, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Puree cranberries in processor until smooth. Add vinegar, onion, sugar and mustard and process until well blended. With processor running, gradually add oil and process until well blended. Transfer to medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature and whisk before using.)
  • Combine greens and apples in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts. Serve, passing remaining dressing separately.

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh cranberries, romaine lettuce, and raspberries will give your salad the best flavor.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The raspberry vinaigrette can be made up to 3 days in advance. Just store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to use it.
  • Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts will give them a richer flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Assemble the salad just before serving: This will help to prevent the lettuce from wilting.

Conclusion:

This cranberry romaine salad with raspberry vinaigrette is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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