CRANBERRY AVOCADO SALAD W/SWEET BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

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Oh my! A field of greens topped with avocados, cilantro, craisins, spiced almonds and drizzled with a white balsamic vinaigrette. Kudos to The Café Sucré Farine, Chris Scheuer.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Spinach

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons dried mustard
1 tablespoon minced sweet onion
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
12 ounces Baby Spinach, arugula, field greens
1 small bunch cilantro, washed and dried, leaves removed whole from stems
2 medium avocados, peeled and halved
3/4 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup candied spiced almonds (see Candied and Spiced Almonds)

Steps:

  • For the dressing: Combine all ingredients in a pint sized glass jar and shake well to dissolve sugar.
  • For the 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.8, Fat 45.4, SaturatedFat 5.7, Sodium 303.6, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 13.3, Protein 7.7

Bryant Little
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I can't wait to try this salad! It looks so good.


Badsha Sab
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Jannat Nisha
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit.


Martin Llanos
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This salad is perfect for a picnic or potluck.


carol S2
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Tammy Bruce
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


oHai Tharr
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a new favorite in our house.


Rose Aboun
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. I love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Makenzie Keifer
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This salad is amazing! The combination of flavors is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Malisha Grg
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Overall, this is a great salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. I would definitely recommend it.


Kimberly Anderson
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I'm not sure if it was my balsamic vinegar or what, but my vinaigrette turned out a little too sour. Next time I'll add a little bit of honey to sweeten it up.


Sayeed Jani
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. I had some leftover from Thanksgiving and they were perfect in this salad.


Joy Liscabo
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I didn't have any goat cheese, so I used feta instead. It worked just as well.


Jerome Chinsamy
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I used a mix of baby greens and spinach for this salad. I think the different textures added a lot of interest.


Ash Turner
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I'm not usually a fan of cranberries, but I really enjoyed them in this salad. They added a nice tartness that balanced out the sweetness of the balsamic vinaigrette.


Wisdom Obiojogwu
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This salad is so easy to make! I was able to whip it up in just 15 minutes.


Nida Qadeer
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I love the colors in this salad! The red cranberries, green avocado, and white goat cheese make for a very visually appealing dish.


Yarbrough Sistas
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This salad is a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors. The cranberries add a nice pop of tartness, while the avocado provides a rich and creamy texture. The balsamic vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch, adding a touch of s