Best 8 Green Salad With Pecans Goat Cheese And Dried Cranberries Recipes

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Green salad with pecans, goat cheese, and dried cranberries is a vibrant and flavorful combination of fresh greens, crunchy nuts, creamy cheese, and tangy berries. This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It is also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish. With its delightful mix of textures and flavors, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY PECAN & GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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This fall salad has wonderful texture and both sweet and savory flavors. It makes a delicious side dish, or add cooked chicken to make it a full meal.

Provided by Wendy O'Neal

Categories     side dishes

Time 8m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups dark leafy greens
3/4 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup pecan halves
3/4 cup crumbled Humboldt Fog goat cheese (or other soft cheese)
1/2 cup whole fresh cranberries (or frozen, thawed)
juice of two limes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2-4 tbls sugar
pinch of salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, add greens, dried cranberries, pecans, & cheese.
  • In a blender or food processor, add remaining ingredients and process for a few seconds, until cranberries are broken down and everything is fully combined. Taste and adjust sugar if needed..
  • Store dressing in a mason jar with a tight lid until ready to serve. Shake well and drizzle over salad.

MIXED GREENS WITH PECANS, GOAT CHEESE, AND DRIED CRANBERRIES



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Make and share this Mixed Greens With Pecans, Goat Cheese, and Dried Cranberries recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Londonsbk

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
3/4 cup olive oil
2 (5 ounce) bags mixed baby greens
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries (about 7 ounces)
1 small red onion, very thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups glazed pecans (about 8 ounces) or 1 1/2 cups walnuts (about 8 ounces)
5 1/2 ounces log soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled (about 1 1/4 cups)

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, mustard, and thyme in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Mix greens, cranberries, and onion in large bowl. Mix in enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle with nuts and cheese.

MIXED GREENS WITH PECANS, GOAT CHEESE, AND DRIED CRANBERRIES



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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Leafy Green     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Goat Cheese     Cranberry     Pecan     Fall     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
3/4 cup olive oil
2 5-ounce bags mixed baby greens
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries (about 7 ounces)
1 small red onion, very thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups glazed or honey-roasted pecans or walnuts (about 8 ounces)
1 5.5-ounce log soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled (about 1 1/4 cups)

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, mustard, and thyme in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Mix greens, cranberries, and onion in large bowl. Mix in enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle with nuts and cheese.

MIXED GREENS WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES AND TOASTED PECANS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 17m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup pecans
4 cups romaine lettuce, torn into small pieces
4 cups mesclun (mixed baby greens), washed and spun dry
1/2 cup slivered red onion
About 1/3 cup Lemon-Soy Dressing, recipe follows
4 tablespoons dried cranberries
1 large garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons tamari soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
Generous seasoning freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup mild-flavored olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Toast the pecans in a shallow pan until they begin to get fragrant, about 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • Combine the lettuce, mesclun, and onion in a salad bowl. Just before serving, pour on the dressing and toss well. Check to see if you need to add more dressing; you don't want to make the greens too wet. Serve on individual salad plates with the pecans and the cranberries sprinkled on each portion.
  • Place all the ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake vigorously.

CRANBERRY PECAN SALAD



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Raspberry Dijon vinaigrette is savory with cranberries, toasted pecans, red onion, and feta cheese. A real crowd pleaser! Can substitute brie for feta, too.

Provided by STACY38

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 cups mixed salad greens, rinsed and dried
¾ cup dried cranberries
½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spread pecans evenly on a baking sheet. Toast for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix until sugar and salt dissolve. Whisk in olive oil.
  • In a salad bowl, toss together the greens, cranberries, pecans, onions, and cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette, and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 779.9 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH ORANGES, DRIED CRANBERRIES AND PECANS



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Leafy Green     Nut     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Cranberry     Orange     Pecan     Fall     Healthy     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup plus 3 tablespoons orange juice
6 tablespoons dried cranberries
3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
6 cups mixed baby greens
3 oranges, peel and white pith removed, segmented
3/4 cup pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup orange juice to simmer in heavy small saucepan. Remove from heat. Mix in dried cranberries. Let stand until softened, about 30 minutes. Drain well; discard soaking juice.
  • Whisk oil, vinegar, orange peel and remaining 3 tablespoons orange juice in small bowl to blend. Mix in cranberries. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
  • Place greens in large bowl. Toss with 2/3 of dressing. Divide greens among 6 plates. Add orange segments to bowl; toss with remaining dressing. Top salads with orange segments and pecans.

CRANBERRY PECAN SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE



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After having something similar in a restaurant, I just had to start making these at home. Now I'm addicted! When they are in season, I substitute fresh blueberries and/or strawberries for the dried cranberries. Also delicious!

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 -2 cup salad greens
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
olive oil and vinegar dressing (I use recipe #106114) or raspberry vinaigrette dressing (I use My Favorite Oil and Vinegar Dressing)

Steps:

  • Place salad greens in a bowl.
  • Top with cheese, cranberries and pecans.
  • Use as much dressing as you prefer, but I like to go light on the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.7, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 337.4, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 7.7

CRANBERRY PEAR SALAD



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This delicious salad works well as a side or on its own. Especially good in fall and winter months when fresh summer salad fare is harder to come by.

Provided by ChrissyCoole

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ cup olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
2 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 cups mixed baby greens
3 pears, thinly sliced
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup toasted pecans
¾ cup cubed Havarti cheese
½ cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Combine greens, pears, cranberries, pecans, and Havarti cheese in a large bowl. Pour balsamic vinegar dressing over salad and toss. Garnish with almonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 604.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 17.7 mg, Fat 49.8 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 335.2 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor and texture, use a variety of salad greens. A good mix might include romaine, arugula, spinach, and radicchio.
  • Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Use a good quality goat cheese. A fresh, creamy goat cheese will add a delicious tang to the salad.
  • Use dried cranberries that are plump and moist. If they're too dry, they'll be tough and chewy.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time so that the flavors have a chance to meld. You can make it up to 3 days in advance.
  • Serve the salad immediately after it's dressed. If it sits for too long, the dressing will wilt the greens.

Conclusion:

This green salad with pecans, goat cheese, and dried cranberries is a delicious and refreshing dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, give this one a try!

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