CONTEST-WINNING HOLIDAY TOSSED SALAD

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With its red and green ingredients, this salad is perfect for Christmas meals. Local cranberries and blue cheese make a great combination with salad greens, apples, walnuts and a simple cranberry vinaigrette. It's a family favorite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 medium red apples, diced
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons thawed cranberry juice concentrate
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Dash salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, apples, blue cheese, cranberries, walnuts and onions. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Mola Ha
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I can't wait to make this salad again next year.


Ihimekpen Oseremen
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This salad is a must-try for any holiday gathering.


Ronald Newton
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This is the best holiday salad recipe I've ever tried.


Lil- Gee
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit.


Calice Smith
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This salad is the perfect side dish for any holiday meal.


Alexis Calhoun
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one is really good.


Fred Ouma
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken.


Lester Warren
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I love that this salad is made with all fresh ingredients.


Moshin Ali
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This salad is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Ahmed Khan
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I've never had a salad like this before, it's so unique and delicious.


Mofij Bay
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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Ayman Azom
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This is my new favorite holiday salad recipe.


Jeremy Freedom
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it.


Ego Builders
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The dressing for this salad is amazing!


Clinton Kigen
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful.


Bidha ree
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I love the addition of dried cranberries and walnuts to this salad.


BM SajjaD
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This is the perfect salad to bring to a potluck or holiday gathering.


Mohan Bam
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Modester Dibo
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This salad was a hit at our holiday party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.