Best 8 Cherry Pocket Salad Dressing Recipes

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Cherry pocket salad dressing is a versatile and delicious dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is made with fresh cherries, mayonnaise, sour cream, and a variety of herbs and spices. The dressing is sweet, tangy, and creamy, and it is perfect for summer salads. Cherry pocket salad dressing is also easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. This makes it a convenient option for busy weeknights.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET CHERRY SALAD DRESSING



Sweet Cherry Salad Dressing image

Modified from http://nativeofferings.com/wp/sweet-cherry-salad-dressing/ Serving size is approximately one tablespoon.

Provided by Paris D

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sweet cherries, pitted, with juice saved
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons walnut oil (or 2 more T extra-virgin olive oil, but the walnut oil adds a ton to the flavor, so I would use that)
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (white balsamic, red wine or raspberry vinegar)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons almonds or 2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Blend everything in a food processor or blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.3, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 1.5, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.1

CHERRY VINAIGRETTE SALAD DRESSING



Cherry Vinaigrette Salad Dressing image

If you love cherries, this dressing is really yummy! I use Sleeping Bear Farms cherry concentrate (found in the cooler by the fresh OJ at my grocery store)....it is so good. I usually have to triple this recipe for our family of 6, especially if salad is our main dish.

Provided by BububsMom

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1/3 Cup, 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons 100% cherry juice concentrate
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup olive oil or 1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Mix all ingrediants in a shaker and shake like crazy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.4, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 291.9, Carbohydrate 1.1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 0.1

GARDEN SALAD WITH HERBS AND SOUR-CHERRY DRESSING



Garden Salad with Herbs and Sour-Cherry Dressing image

Handfuls of fresh herbs and leafy greens plus fronds of fennel provide a depth of flavor in this summery salad. Tart cherries are quickly marinated in a simple sherry vinaigrette then mixed with the salad.

Provided by Anna Kovel

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables

Time 30m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons sherry vinegar or aged red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 ounces fresh sour cherries, rinsed, drained, pitted, and halved or quartered (1 cup)
1 fennel bulb, halved length-wise, cored, and thinly sliced, plus 1/2 cup fronds
2 cups mixed fresh tender-herb leaves, such as shiso, basil, tarragon, anise hyssop, and mint
5 cups mixed greens, such as watercress, amaranth, tatsoi, and arugula
2 spring onions, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
6 radishes, thinly sliced (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Stir together vinegar, lemon juice, a large pinch of salt, and a few grinds of pepper. Whisk in oil. Stir in cherries; let stand at least 5 minutes and up to 30 minutes.
  • Finely chop fennel fronds; mix with herbs. Toss greens with herb mixture. Gently mix in onions, radishes, and sliced fennel; add dressing and cherries, tossing to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

BING CHERRY SALAD



Bing Cherry Salad image

This is a salad my great grandma use to make and is one of my favorites to eat during the holiday season. Most people make this creamy by melting the cream cheese or dissolving it in the juice. We actually add small chunks of the cheese after the mix has cooled. So you have a clear gelatin with little white chunks in it. So good!

Provided by Lorah Marie Hodges

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Time 3h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 (15 ounce) can pitted Bing cherries in water
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into pieces
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle cola-flavored carbonated beverage, or as needed.
1 (3 ounce) package cherry Jell-O®

Steps:

  • Drain the pineapple juice and cherry water into a 2-cup measuring cup. Pour enough color to make 2 cups; discard the remaining soda. Pour the cola mixture into a saucepan.
  • Bring the cola mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat, then stir in the pineapple, cherries, cream cheese, and cherry gelatin until gelatin dissolves, about 5 minutes. Pour mixture into a mold or glass baking dish. Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 9.4 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 66.7 mg, Sugar 24.5 g

MICHIGAN CHERRY SALAD



Michigan Cherry Salad image

This recipe reminds me what I love about my home state: picking apples with my children, buying greens at the farmers market and tasting cherries on vacations. -Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 9 cups)
3 ounces spring mix salad greens (about 5 cups)
1 large apple, chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/4 cup fresh raspberries
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons cherry preserves
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients., Place raspberries, vinegars, preserves and sugar in a blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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After dining at a cafe in Michigan about 10 years ago, I tried duplicating this scrumptious twist on Chicken Salad at home. The cherries can be ordered on-line these days, which makes it much easier for those of us living where cherries are not readily available. Regular milk can be substituted for buttermilk, if necessary.

Provided by MIABING

Categories     Salad

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cooked, boneless chicken breast halves, diced
⅓ cup dried cherries
⅓ cup diced celery
⅓ cup toasted, chopped pecans
⅓ cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon buttermilk
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅓ cup cubed apples

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, dried cherries, celery, nuts, mayonnaise, milk, salt and pepper and apple if desired. Toss together well and refrigerate until chilled. Serve on toasted cracked wheat bread or croissants.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 355.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CHERRY BRIE TOSSED SALAD



Cherry Brie Tossed Salad image

Draped in a light vinaigrette and sprinkled with almonds, this pretty salad is a variation of a recipe that's been passed around at school and church functions and even birthday parties. -Toni Borden, Wellington, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

DRESSING:
1 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds
SALAD:
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons sugar
8 cups torn romaine
1 round (8 ounces) Brie or Camembert cheese, rind removed and cubed
1 package (6 ounces) dried cherries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients; set aside., For salad, in a heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add almonds and cook and stir until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar; cook and stir until sugar is melted, about 3 minutes. Spread on foil to cool; break apart., In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese and cherries. Whisk dressing; drizzle over salad. Sprinkle with sugared almonds and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

WAX BEAN AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE DRESSING



Wax Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese Dressing image

Tangy goat cheese makes a perfect salad dressing for wax beans (haricots verts work well here, too). To balance the creamy cheese, I toss the sweet tomatoes with a bright, acidic vinaigrette. Together, they make an amazing summer salad.

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces yellow cherry or pear tomatoes, halved
1 small shallot, very thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 fresh Thai chile, minced
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
12 ounces wax beans, trimmed
6 ounces fresh goat cheese, softened
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
12 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Season the tomatoes and shallot with salt, then toss with the chile, vinegar, and 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Let stand for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and water. Generously season the boiling water with salt and then add the beans. Cook until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, transfer to the ice water, and drain again when the beans are room temperature. Cut the beans into 2-inch lengths at an angle.
  • Combine the goat cheese, lime juice, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender. Puree until smooth and fluffy. Toss with the beans until well coated.
  • Place the wax beans in serving dishes. Top with the tomato mixture. Grind a little black pepper over the whole salad, then tear the basil leaves over the top. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cherries: Fresh cherries are sweeter and have a better flavor than canned or frozen cherries.
  • Pit the cherries: Before using the cherries, be sure to pit them. You can use a cherry pitter to make this task easier.
  • Use a variety of greens: This salad is a great way to use up leftover greens. You can use a mix of spinach, romaine, arugula, or any other greens you like.
  • Add some crunch: To add some crunch to the salad, you can add some chopped nuts, seeds, or croutons.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing for this salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.

Conclusion:

Cherry pocket salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is made with fresh cherries, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and a few simple spices. This dressing is sweet, tangy, and has a slightly nutty flavor. It is perfect for salads made with grilled chicken, fish, or tofu. It is also a great dressing for fruit salads or yogurt parfaits. Give it a try and you're sure to enjoy it!

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