If you're looking for a refreshing and healthy salad recipe, you'll love this cranberry mandarin salad with walnut vinaigrette. This salad is packed with sweet, tart, and crunchy flavors, and the walnut vinaigrette adds a delicious nutty flavor. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great side dish for any occasion.
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CRANBERRY MANDARIN SALAD WITH WALNUT VINAIGRETTE
I prefer to use spinach or other dark leafy greens because they are tastier than iceberg, and also because of the amount of calcium they contain. I'm always looking for ways to boost my calcium intake since I can't eat dairy. -Holly Bauer, West Bend, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 14g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRANBERRY, FETA AND WALNUT SALAD
Make and share this Cranberry, Feta and Walnut Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Graybert
Categories Greens
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toss greens, cranberries, cheese and walnuts in large bowl.
- Mix vinegar, honey, mustard and pepper with wire whisk until well blended.
- Gradually add oil, whisking constantly until well blended.
- Pour over salad; toss to coat.
- Serve immediately.
CRANBERRY WALNUT VINAIGRETTE
This is so good! Now you know how to use up your leftover cranberry sauce! Adapted from That's My Home! Cook time is marinating time. New England, Mid Atlantic, Canada Eastern European
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 35m
Yield 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine vinegar, shallots(or scallions) and brown sugar; set aside for at least 1/2 hour. In a medium bowl, slowly whisk together cranberry sauce, olive oil, walnut oil and salt and pepper. Add vinegar mixture to cranberry mixture and whisk until combined. Serve over a pretty salad. Enjoy!
- Makes about 3/4 cup vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1671.1, Fat 169, SaturatedFat 18.8, Sodium 34.7, Carbohydrate 45.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 35.3, Protein 1.5
GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE
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
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
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
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
ORANGE CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE
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
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.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries and mandarins.
- If you don't have any walnuts on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
- To make the vinaigrette, you can use either red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar.
- If you want a sweeter salad, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the vinaigrette.
- This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
Conclusion:
This Cranberry Mandarin Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this one a try.
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