Best 11 Simple Cranberry Spinach Salad Recipes

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For those seeking a healthier alternative to their regular salad, a simple cranberry spinach salad is an extraordinary choice. Its vibrant colors and textures are sure to brighten up any meal, while its nutritional value makes it an ideal dish for those looking to maintain a balanced diet. This salad combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the earthy flavor of spinach, creating a delightful flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. With a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can have this delicious and nutritious salad on your table in no time.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

JAMIE'S CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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Everyone I have made this for RAVES about it! It's different and so easy to make!

Provided by Jamie Hensley

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter
¾ cup almonds, blanched and slivered
1 pound spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces
1 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons minced onion
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ cup white wine vinegar
¼ cup cider vinegar
½ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook and stir almonds in butter until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and let cool.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, sugar, onion, paprika, white wine vinegar, cider vinegar, and vegetable oil. Toss with spinach just before serving.
  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach with the toasted almonds and cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 58.1 mg, Sugar 23.2 g

SPINACH & CRANBERRY SALAD



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This is a delicious spinach salad with hot bacon dressing that is to die for! Enjoy, it's a special treat!

Provided by jewelz4jesus

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups loosely packed stemmed Baby Spinach
1/2 cup fresh goat cheese
1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
1 cup sliced white mushroom (cleaned)
1/3 lb thick-sliced bacon, cut into strips about 1 inch long and 1/4 inch wide
1 tablespoon minced shallot
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Put the spinach and mushrooms in a large bowl.
  • Crumble the cheese over the spinach.
  • Cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat until crispy, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain the bacon in a sieve set over a heatproof measuring cup, reserving the rendered fat.
  • You will need 1/4 cup for the dressing. Pour the fat back into the pan and add the shallot and cook until light brown, about 30 seconds, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the thyme and let it crackle in the fat for about 10 seconds.
  • Add the vinegar, and season with salt and pepper and sugar to taste. Cook for about 30 seconds to lower the acidity of the vinegar. You should see tiny drops of vinegar dispersed throughout the fat.
  • Add the dried cranberries and stir.
  • Add Bacon back into dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the spinach and cheese. Toss to coat the leaves evenly and melt the cheese a little.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.2, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 234.7, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 6.1

CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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This recipe started out as a summer salad with raspberries. I came up with this holiday version when I was putting together the menu for my first Thanksgiving dinner. I sometimes serve it on individual salad plates instead of in a big bowl. -Garnet Amari, Fairfield, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 to 3/4 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sour cream
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, pecans and cranberries. In a bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH FIG BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup fig balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper
One 6-ounce bag baby spinach
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup toasted slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Put the balsamic vinegar in a small bowl and slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss the spinach, cranberries and almonds with some of the vinaigrette. Toss to mix and serve.

SIMPLE CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD



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This is a simple salad that can be made in minutes. It works well at Thanksgiving or anytime you're just looking for something a little different.

Provided by Bethanie Rose

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (6 ounce) package fresh spinach
⅓ cup dried cranberries
⅓ cup chopped walnuts
⅓ cup raspberry walnut vinaigrette
1 tablespoon finely shredded Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the spinach, cranberries, walnuts, vinaigrette, and Romano cheese in a large bowl; toss until spinach is evenly coated. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 337.5 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

CRANBERRY ALMOND SPINACH SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 11m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup sliced almonds
1 bag (9 oz.) spinach leaves
½ cup Hidden Valley® The Original Ranch® Light Dressing or Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing
½ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast almonds, stirring occasionally until fragrant and golden brown, about 1 minute. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine spinach and Ranch dressing. Gently toss to coat leaves.
  • 3. Add dried cranberries, feta cheese and toasted almonds. Gently toss to combine.
  • 4. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.

SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES AND WALNUTS



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Make and share this Spinach Salad With Cranberries and Walnuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Spinach

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb fresh spinach, washed, stems removed, and torn into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup dried cranberries (craisins)
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a serving bowl, toss together the salad ingredients.
  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, shake together the dressing ingredients until well blended.
  • Dress the salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.1, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 559.8, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 0.6, Protein 2.2

SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Delicious side dish ready in 25 minutes! Enjoy this spinach salad drizzled with cranberry vinaigrette and sprinkled with pomegranate seeds.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 bag (10 oz) fresh baby spinach leaves
2 avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • In jar with tight-fitting lid, place all dressing ingredients; shake until well blended. Refrigerate.
  • Arrange spinach leaves on individual salad plates. Coat avocado slices with 1 tablespoon orange juice; arrange over spinach. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds. Drizzle salads with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 12 g

CRANBERRY-SESAME SPINACH SALAD



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For a feast or any occasion, we love this snappy fall salad that balances sweet and sour with good crunch from almonds and sesame seeds. -Stephanie Smoley, Rochester, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon butter
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
2-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add almonds; cook and stir until lightly browned. Remove from heat., Place spinach and cranberries in a bowl. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Add to salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with toasted almonds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

DIJON-LIME CRANBERRY SALAD



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Make and share this Dijon-Lime Cranberry Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ed Paulhus

Categories     Low Protein

Time 6m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach
1/2 cup dried craisin, divided (dried cranberries)
red onion (sliced, amount to taste)
4 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Wash and dry spinach.
  • Divide evenly among four salad plates.
  • Top each with approximately 2 tablespoons craisins and onion slices.
  • Combine dressing ingredients in a small glass mixing bowl using a wire whisk.
  • Heat in the microwave on High for 1 minute or until warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 5.4, Sodium 215.8, Carbohydrate 40.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 35.7, Protein 3.7

CRANBERRY PECAN SPINACH SALAD



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I came across this recipe one year when I was looking for a special salad for the holidays. -Deb Murata, Carmichael, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups packed torn fresh spinach
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 cup pecan pieces, toasted
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cranberries, onion, pecans and blue cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper until blended. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but thaw them completely before using.
  • You can use any type of spinach for this salad, but baby spinach is a good choice because it is tender and mild-flavored.
  • To make the dressing, you can use any type of vinegar you like. However, balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar are good choices because they have a slightly sweet flavor that complements the cranberries and spinach.
  • If you don't have any walnuts, you can use pecans or almonds instead.
  • This salad is a great side dish for roasted chicken or fish. It can also be served as a light lunch or dinner.

Conclusion:

Cranberry spinach salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and it is also very easy to make. This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables, and it is also a great way to use up any leftover cranberries you may have from the holidays.

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