Best 3 Christmas Crunch Salad Recipes

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Christmas crunch salad is a festive side dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. This delicious salad is made with fresh, crisp vegetables, crunchy nuts, and a creamy dressing. It's a great way to add some color and flavor to your holiday table and is sure to be a hit with your guests.

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CHRISTMAS CRUNCH SALAD



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With its creamy dressing and colorful vegetables, this salad is lovely and refreshing. Make it before you head out caroling, and when you return, guests' compliments will be music to your ears. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 3/4 pound)
4 cups fresh cauliflowerets (about 3/4 pound)
1 medium red onion, chopped
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine vegetables. Whisk the dressing ingredients until smooth; pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHRISTMAS CRANBERRY SALAD



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This creamy cranberry salad can be served frozen as well as chilled.

Provided by TIASUE

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Cranberry Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound cranberries, finely ground
2 cups white sugar
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (16 ounce) package miniature marshmallows
1 cup chopped pecans
1 pint whipped cream, beaten stiff

Steps:

  • Mix together the cranberries and sugar; cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, combine the cranberry mixture with the pineapple, marshmallows, pecans and whipped cream. Mix well.
  • Pour into a 3 quart dish, cover and refrigerate or freeze until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 771.2 calories, Carbohydrate 156.6 g, Cholesterol 17.6 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 92.2 mg, Sugar 128.7 g

SUMMER CRUNCH SALAD



Summer crunch salad image

The crunchiness of green beans works particularly well in this salad

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Snack, Starter, Supper, Vegetable

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

200g pack small button mushroom , finely sliced
juice 1 lemon
200g green bean , trimmed
handful soft green herbs , such as basil, chervil, parsley and tarragon
100g cherry tomato , quartered
3 tbsp olive oil
75g parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), shaved into large curls

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss mushrooms with half the lemon juice and set aside - the lemon juice will soften the mushrooms. Blanch the beans in boiling salted water for 5-6 mins until they still have a crunch, but they are not squeaky, then drain and cool in iced water.
  • Toss the beans and mushrooms together in a bowl with the herbs and season with salt and pepper. Toss through the tomatoes, remaining lemon juice and the olive oil and scatter with Parmesan just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.38 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables; they should still be slightly crunchy.
  • Use a light hand with the dressing so that the salad doesn't become too oily.
  • Season the salad to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or crumbled cheese for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Christmas Crunch Salad is a delicious and festive side dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its crunchy vegetables, sweet dressing, and salty bacon, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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