CRANBERRY AVOCADO SALAD WITH CANDIED SPICED ALMONDS & SWEET WHITE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by Johanna
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Dressing: Combine all ingredients in a pint sized glass jar and shake well to dissolve sugar. Salad: Place greens and cilantro leaves in a large bowl. Add avocado and dried cranberries and about 1/4 cup of the dressing and toss gently. Scatter candied almonds over salad and sprinkle lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Pass extra dressing at the table. Candied almonds: Place a large sheet of foil on a work surface. Spray with cooking spray or rub a teaspoon of oil over foil with a paper towel. Place sugar in a large non-stick sauté pan and heat over medium heat, occasionally tipping and swirling the sugar until it's all melted into a pale golden syrup. Lower heat immediately and add butter, cinnamon, smoked paprika and vanilla. Stir until well combined and all butter is incorporated into the sugar syrup. Add the nuts and stir gently to coat. Don't worry if you have some clumps of caramelized sugar - they will melt as you continue to sauté the almonds. Cover and continue to cook on low, stirring every minute or so until almonds are a delicious golden brown. Watch very carefully as they can go from beautiful to burned very quickly! Turn out onto prepared foil and sprinkle liberally with sea salt. Spread out on foil to cool. Note: The cumin and the smoked paprika give just a hint of mysterious, delicious flavor - even though these are savory spices, these almonds are still wonderful served with sweets like ice cream or yogurt.
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unknown derpy
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. It's also a great make-ahead salad. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.
Mehboob ramzan
[email protected]This salad is amazing! The flavors are perfect and the textures are great. I love the combination of sweet and savory. The candied almonds are a great touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Md Moniruzzaman Monir
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and delicious! The cranberries and avocado are a great combination. The dressing is light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Nalubowa Mariam
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but this salad changed my mind. The cranberries add a nice tartness that pairs perfectly with the creamy avocado and sweet candied almonds. The dressing is also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Qareeb Ullah
[email protected]This salad is a keeper! The combination of cranberries, avocado, and candied almonds is perfect. The dressing is light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Tatenda Taruvinga
[email protected]Easy to make and delicious! I used a mix of dried cranberries and fresh raspberries, which added a nice variety of colors and flavors. The dressing is simple but flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!
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[email protected]This salad is amazing! The flavors are so well balanced and the textures are perfect. I love the combination of sweet and savory. The candied almonds are a great touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Josephine White
[email protected]Yum! This salad is a great combination of flavors and textures. The cranberries add a nice tartness, the avocado is creamy and rich, and the candied almonds add a touch of sweetness and crunch. The dressing is also delicious. I will definitely be mak
Mahar Waqas
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and delicious! The cranberries and avocado are a perfect pair. The dressing is light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
MANI GAMING
[email protected]This salad is a winner! The combination of flavors and textures is amazing. I especially loved the candied almonds. They added a touch of sweetness and crunch that really took the salad to the next level.
Sajib K S
[email protected]Great recipe! The salad was a perfect balance of sweet and savory. The candied almonds added a nice crunch. I would definitely make this again.
Monica Carlisle
[email protected]This salad was easy to make and turned out delicious. The dressing is simple but flavorful. I used a mix of dried cranberries and fresh blueberries, which added a nice variety of colors and flavors. Will definitely make this again!
Dorothy Steenkamp
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of ingredients. The candied almonds added a special touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Purnima Magar
[email protected]This salad is a delightful burst of flavors and textures! The sweetness of the cranberries and the creamy avocado pair perfectly with the crunchy candied almonds. The dressing is a great balance of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this salad for a