Best 20 Cranberry Vinaigrette Recipes

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**Indulge in a Refreshing Symphony of Flavors: Cranberry Vinaigrette Recipes to Elevate Your Culinary Creations**

As the seasons change and cranberries reach their peak of perfection, it's time to embark on a culinary adventure that will awaken your taste buds. In this article, we present a curated collection of cranberry vinaigrette recipes that will transform your salads, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats into extraordinary culinary experiences. From the classic Cranberry Vinaigrette with its vibrant red hue and tangy-sweet flavor to the Balsamic Cranberry Vinaigrette that adds a touch of sophistication with its rich, complex notes, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will elevate any dish. Prepare to be amazed as we guide you through each recipe, ensuring a delightful explosion of taste with every bite.

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

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

FALL SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Fall Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette image

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 BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette image

The cranberries add that perfect sweet-tart flavor to this dressing. You can substitute dried cherries or raspberries for the cranberries.

Provided by Lisa Weston

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

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon finely chopped dried cranberries
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
freshly ground black pepper
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, cranberries, sugar, mustard, salt, garlic, and pepper together in a bowl until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. Stream oil into the mixture while whisking continually; continue whisking until the oil emulsifies into the vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 217.3 mg, Sugar 3 g

ORANGE CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Orange Cranberry Vinaigrette image

When I give jars of my Cranberry Vinegar, I'm certain to include this recipe. The vinaigrette pairs especially well with a green salad featuring dried cranberries, mandarin oranges and toasted walnuts. Or use it as a marinade for chicken and salmon.-Kathy Rairigh, Milford, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup Cranberry Orange Vinegar or raspberry vinegar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and process for 1 minute. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Green Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup cranberries, thawed if frozen
2 tablespoons honey, plus more as needed
1/2 cup walnuts
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 head butter lettuce, large leaves torn
1 bunch watercress, trimmed and torn
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Put the cranberries in a small saucepan; add the honey and 1/3 cup water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries pop and the liquid thickens, about 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool completely.
  • Toast the walnuts in a small dry skillet over medium heat, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool slightly, then roughly chop. Stir the olive oil and vinegar into the cooled cranberries. (Add more honey, 1 teaspoon at a time, if the vinaigrette is too tart.) Season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss the lettuce and watercress in a serving bowl; season with salt and pepper. Spoon the vinaigrette over the lettuce and top with the walnuts and herbs. Toss before serving.

SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Spinach Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Delicious side dish ready in 25 minutes! Enjoy this spinach salad drizzled with cranberry vinaigrette and sprinkled with pomegranate seeds.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 bag (10 oz) fresh baby spinach leaves
2 avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • In jar with tight-fitting lid, place all dressing ingredients; shake until well blended. Refrigerate.
  • Arrange spinach leaves on individual salad plates. Coat avocado slices with 1 tablespoon orange juice; arrange over spinach. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds. Drizzle salads with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 12 g

MIXED GREENS WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Mixed Greens with Cranberry Vinaigrette image

It takes just 20 minutes to make a tart vinaigrette that's then tossed with dressed-up spring greens.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup frozen (thawed) cranberry juice concentrate
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
2 bags (5 oz each) mixed spring greens
1 small bunch watercress, torn into pieces
2 tart red apples, thinly sliced, slices cut in half
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In small bowl, beat all vinaigrette ingredients except cranberries with wire whisk until smooth. Stir in cranberries.
  • In serving bowl, toss all salad ingredients with vinaigrette just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 70 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

CREAMY CRANBERRY COLESLAW W/RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Creamy Cranberry Coleslaw w/Raspberry Vinaigrette image

This is a great twist on coleslaw. Something a little different for your next picnic or BBQ. The dressing is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. We loved the noticeable flavor from the raspberry vinaigrette and the different texture the broccoli slaw gave this dish. Sandy says she will sometimes add apples so after we tested...

Provided by Sandy Mika

Categories     Other Salads

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg coleslaw; 14 oz.
1 pkg broccoli slaw; 12 oz.
1 pkg Craisins; 6 oz.
1 c mayonnaise
1/2 c Kraft raspberry vinaigrette
3 Tbsp vinegar
2 Tbsp sugar
salt and pepper; to taste
sometimes I add some apple to this

Steps:

  • 1. Add ingredients to a large bowl.
  • 2. Mix well.

PEAR, TOASTED WALNUT AND MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH CHAMPAGNE-CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Pear, Toasted Walnut and Mixed Green Salad with Champagne-Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup halved walnuts
1/2 cup Champagne
1/2 cup canned jellied cranberry sauce
1/4 cup minced shallots
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and ground black pepper
6 cups mixed lettuce greens
2 pears, cored and diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Toast walnuts in a small dry skillet over medium heat (it will take about 3 minutes).
  • In a small saucepan, combine Champagne, cranberry sauce, shallots, Dijon mustard and oil. Whisk together. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil. Simmer until reduced to about 1/3 cup (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  • Place greens in a large bowl. Top with pears, toasted walnuts and dried cranberries. Drizzle over cranberry vinaigrette just before serving.

APPLE SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Apple Salad With Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Make and share this Apple Salad With Cranberry Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     Apple

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup jellied cranberry sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon orange peel, grated
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 medium apples, chopped
3 stalks celery, sliced
3/4 cup dried cranberries
8 lettuce leaves, Bibb
3/4 cup brie cheese, cubed
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • In blender place vinaigrette ingredients. Cover and process 15 to 20 seconds until smooth. Pour in container, cover and refrigerate up to 2 days. Let stand at room temperature about 1 hour before serving.
  • In large bowl, stir together apples, celery and cranberries. Divide evenly among 8 lettuce lined salad plates.
  • Top each salad with cheese and walnuts. Sereve with cranberry vinaigrette.

BELGIAN ENDIVE AND APPLE SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Belgian Endive and Apple Salad With Cranberry Vinaigrette image

This is a very colorful, simple yet tasty salad which would be perfect served with a holiday meal or anytime you have a craving for cranberries! I discovered this recipe in Bon Appetit, 1999.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Apple

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 tablespoons frozen cranberry juice concentrate, thawed
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3 heads Belgian endive, thinly sliced crosswise
2 apples, unpeeled, cored, chopped (Red Delicious or Fuji work best)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cranberries (could use dried)
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, cranberry juice concentrate and vinegar in small bowl to blend.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine endive and apples in medium bowl.
  • Pour dressing over; toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle cranberries, green onions and walnuts over and serve.

BELGIAN ENDIVE AND APPLE SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Belgian Endive and Apple Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Nut     Vegetable     Appetizer     No-Cook     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     New Year's Day     Cranberry     Apple     Fall     Healthy     Vegan     Endive     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 tablespoons frozen cranberry juice concentrate, thawed
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3 heads Belgian endive, thinly sliced crosswise
2 Red Delicious or Fuji apples, unpeeled, cored, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh cranberries
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, cranberry juice concentrate and vinegar in small bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine endive and apples in medium bowl. Pour dressing over; toss to coat. Sprinkle cranberries, green onions and walnuts over and serve.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Mixed Green Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 cups whole cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
1 pinch sugar
1 (5-ounce) bag spring salad mix (recommended: Fresh Express)
2 tomatoes, diced
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 (5-ounce) bag herbed croutons

Steps:

  • Heat the cranberry and orange juice in a small saucepan, over medium heat until it boils. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Strain cranberry mixture into a large bowl using a fine mesh strainer. Whisk in vinaigrette and sugar until well combined.
  • Add salad mix and half the dressing into a large bowl and toss with tongs until lettuce is coated. Add tomatoes and cucumber slices and gently toss. Add more dressing if necessary. Transfer to serving platter and top with croutons.

CRANBERRY-ALMOND VINAIGRETTE



Cranberry-Almond Vinaigrette image

I got the idea for this dressing from my love for Post Cranberry and Almond Cereal - I thought it was a great flavor combination. I like this dressing over a mixed green salad, potato salad (yes, it actually works) and even grilled salmon or warm roast turkey breast and glazed ham steaks at Christmas. I really love the color of this dressing - whatever it touches looks so pretty.

Provided by danadooley

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

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup cranberry juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon dried cranberries, finely chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons ground almonds
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
⅓ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Whisk together the cranberry juice, lemon juice, cranberries, shallot, parsley, almonds, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, and sugar in a small bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Whisk in the vegetable oil until the dressing is thick and smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 582.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

RED-AND-GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Red-and-Green Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette image

Dried cranberries add not just flavor, but lots of color, to this bed of salad greens.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head frisee (about 5 ounces)
1 head red-leaf lettuce (about 10 ounces)
4 ounces baby spinach
1/2 cup fresh or frozen (thawed) cranberries
1 tablespoon raspberry vinegar
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup dried cranberries
1 1/2 ounces manchego cheese

Steps:

  • Tear frisee and red-leaf lettuce into bite-size pieces; combine with spinach in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • In a blender, combine cranberries, vinegar, lime juice, sugar, salt, and oil; puree until mixture is smooth.
  • Sprinkle dried cranberries over salad greens in bowl; toss to combine. Divide salad among serving plates. Using a vegetable peeler to shave thin slices, divide cheese among individual salads. Serve with cranberry vinaigrette on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 g, Cholesterol 5 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 192 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRY AND MAPLE VINAIGRETTE



Spinach Salad With Cranberry and Maple Vinaigrette image

Make and share this Spinach Salad With Cranberry and Maple Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups spinach leaves, loosely packed
1/2 cup toasted pecans
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup cranberry juice
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and pepper
3/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Wash and dry the spinach leaves. Place on a large serving platter. Sprinkle the pecans, cranberries, and onion rings on top of spinach.
  • Place the vinegar, cranberry juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake or whisk until well combined.
  • Add the vegetable oil and shake again. Just before serving, shake the vinaigrette once more and pour it over the salad.

CURLY ENDIVE SALAD WITH CRANBERRY-BACON VINAIGRETTE AND BLUE CHEESE PASTRIES



Curly Endive Salad with Cranberry-Bacon Vinaigrette and Blue Cheese Pastries image

Categories     Salad     Side     Bake     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Blue Cheese     Cranberry     Bacon     Endive     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 sheet frozen puff pastry (half of 17 1/4-ounce package), thawed
1 egg, beaten to blend (glaze)
9 smoked bacon slices, chopped
1/3 cup minced shallots
1 cup ruby Port
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
6 heaping tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
9 cups bite-size curly endive

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Unfold pastry onto work service. Using 2-inch- diameter scalloped cookie cutter, cut out 12 rounds. Using 1-inch-diameter cookie cutter, cut out centers of 6 pastry rounds. Discard centers. Pierce 2-inch rounds all over with fork. Brush edges with egg glaze. Top with pastry rings, pressing gently. Transfer to large baking sheet. Bake until puffed and golden, about 10 minutes. Transfer to rack; cool. Pull out uncooked portion from centers of pastries and discard. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)
  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Cook bacon in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels. Pour 3 tablespoons bacon drippings into small bowl. Discard all but 1 teaspoon of remaining drippings from skillet. Add shallots to drippings in skillet; sauté over medium-high heat until tender, about 3 minutes. Add Port and cranberries and bring to boil, scraping any browned bits. Boil until cranberries are soft and liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Add reserved 3 tablespoons bacon drippings and stir just until warm. Pour vinegar into small bowl. Gradually whisk in Port mixture.
  • Meanwhile, place pastries on baking sheet. Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon cheese into center of each. Bake until cheese is soft, about 6 minutes.
  • Place endive in large bowl. Pour warm dressing over and toss. Divide greens among 6 plates. Sprinkle with bacon. Top each with 1 pastry and serve.

BABY GREENS SALAD WITH CRANBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Baby Greens Salad With Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette image

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

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
10 cups baby greens
8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup dried cranberries

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 W/SWEET BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Cranberry Avocado Salad W/Sweet Balsamic Vinaigrette image

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

1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons dried mustard
1 tablespoon minced sweet onion
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
12 ounces Baby Spinach, arugula, field greens
1 small bunch cilantro, washed and dried, leaves removed whole from stems
2 medium avocados, peeled and halved
3/4 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup candied spiced almonds (see Candied and Spiced Almonds)

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

WINTER GREENS WITH CRANBERRY-PORT VINAIGRETTE



Winter Greens with Cranberry-Port Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Leafy Green     Nut     Side     Vegetarian     Blue Cheese     Cranberry     Pistachio     Port     Winter     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup tawny Port
1/3 cup packed thinly sliced shallots
1 cup fresh cranberries
1/3 cup safflower oil
3 tablespoons raspberry vinegar or red wine vinegar
8 cups assorted greens (such as escarole, red leaf lettuce and Belgian endive), torn
2/3 cup crumbled Stilton cheese
1/4 cup crumbled pistachios

Steps:

  • Combine Port and shallots in heavy small saucepan. Boil until liquid is reduced to 2 tablespoons, about 10 minutes. Add cranberries, oil and vinegar. Boil 3 minutes. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Let cool slightly.
  • Combine greens in large bowl. Pour vinaigrette over greens and toss. Sprinkle with cheese and nuts. Toss lightly and serve warm.

Tips:

  • To make the most flavorful vinaigrette, use fresh cranberries. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they will not have as much flavor.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the cranberries by hand. Just be sure to chop them very finely, so that they will blend well with the other ingredients.
  • You can use any type of vinegar in this recipe, but white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar are good choices.
  • If you want a sweeter vinaigrette, you can add a bit of honey or maple syrup.
  • This vinaigrette can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Cranberry vinaigrette is a delicious and versatile salad dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is also a great way to use up leftover cranberries. This recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a new salad dressing, give cranberry vinaigrette a try.

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