HOLIDAY CRANBERRY-WALNUT SALAD

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A warm salad is a nice change of pace at holiday dinners. Port wine infuses cranberries with flavor, while balsamic vinegar adds a bit of tang to the dressing.-Becky Walch, Manteca, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup port wine
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup walnut halves, toasted
1/4 cup cubed Gouda cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine cranberries and wine. Bring to a boil; cook for 4-5 minutes or until plumped. Set aside to cool. Drain cranberries, reserving liquid; set aside., Return reserved liquid to saucepan; add the onion, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until onion is tender. Remove from the heat. Cool slightly; whisk in oil., In a large bowl, combine the spinach, bacon, walnuts, cheese and cranberries. Drizzle with onion mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Farrukh Javaid
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


syed mosa
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. I love the way the cranberries and walnuts add a festive touch.


Ann Kiiru
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This is a great salad for potlucks or holiday gatherings. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Ado Tymani
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I made this salad for my Christmas party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Mafijul Man
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Bulelani Hlakula
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices to the dressing.


Paul Doering
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the dressing.


Abdi yusuf
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I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but I loved this salad. The dressing is amazing and the cranberries are not too tart.


Hayden clary
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Ahsan fareed
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I made this salad for Thanksgiving and it was a big hit. The cranberries and walnuts added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Abdul Simba
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Jifar Isak
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. I love the way the cranberries and walnuts add a festive touch.


Rhiannon Walter
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This is a great salad for potlucks or holiday gatherings. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Sadik Hamim
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I made this salad for my Christmas party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Imran Ullah Khan
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This salad is a holiday staple in our family. I love the combination of sweet and tart cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and creamy goat cheese. It's always a hit with guests.