SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES AND WALNUTS

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Perfect ThanksGiving/Christmas salad! And VERY virsatile. Make it your own by using whatever lettuce, cheese and nuts you prefer. The colors are so festive and it's the dressing that makes it!

Provided by kim *

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large bag of baby spinach (or i often like to use a mix of romaine and red leaf lettuce).
1/2 bag of craisins (sweetened dried cranberries)
6 oz pkg of crumbled gorgonzola cheese (or blue cheese or feta if you prefer).
1 c sugared pecans or walnuts (which ever you prefer). you can purchase candied nuts already prepared or you can make your own by following the directions below.
FOR DRESSING:
1 sm. pkt. of good seasons italian salad dressing mix
1/4 c balsamic vinegar. (balsamic vinegar is used in place of the red-wine vinigar called for on the pkg)
2 Tbsp water
2 Tbsp sugar
3/4 c vegetable oil

Steps:

  • 1. FOR DRESSING: Mix Good Seasons pkt with water, vinegar & 2 tbsp sugar in jar w/tightly fitted lid. (I prefer to use the crudette jar that is sold along w/the Good Season's dressing mixes). Then add oil and shake well.
  • 2. If preparing your own candied nuts: Melt 3/4 cup sugar in a saute pan coated with cooking spray, on high heat. Simply stir w/wooden spoon until sugar begins to melt down & liquify. Add nuts & toss to coat well, & spread evenly onto wax paper to cool. Break into pieces with mullet if needed.
  • 3. Just before serving toss lettuce with amt of dressing desired. Then add cranberrys, nuts & cheese and toss again. Serve immediately.

Daniel Storm
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This salad is a great way to add some color to your plate. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Nur mohammad Islam
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Nnamdi Eze
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This is one of my favorite salads to make for lunch. It's light and refreshing, and it always fills me up.


Najeeb120 Abdullah
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the cranberries and the crunch of the walnuts is a perfect match.


Abdurrazzak Adam
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra fruits and vegetables into your diet.


Artifex Kambo
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I love the colors in this salad. It's so vibrant and eye-catching.


Moiz Rehman
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect way to start your day.


Lubulwa Tomranks
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Arslan Gujjar
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This is my new favorite salad recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Nazeer iliyasu
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Naheed Kousar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. I always have some leftover from Thanksgiving and this is a great way to use them up.


Waseem Arshad
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Nusrat Tasnim
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing! It's a great way to add some extra protein.


Tahir Abdullah
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.


lopang edward
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always delicious.


Tirsana Sinjali
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


NumanShah NumanShah
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved it.


Amjad Mehmood
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This is an amazing spinach salad recipe! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The cranberries and walnuts add a nice tartness and crunch.


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