CRANBERRY-AVOCADO TOSSED SALAD

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The red and green colors in this salad make it a natural for a yuletide dinner. Plus the dressing and ingredients give it a sweet-tangy flavor. -Marsha Postar, Lubbock, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings (about 1 cup vinaigrette).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup thawed cranberry juice concentrate
4 teaspoons ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup canola oil
SALAD:
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 cups torn romaine
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries
1 small red onion, chopped
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted if desired
1/3 cup sunflower kernels

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first six ingredients until blended. Gradually whisk in oil., Gently toss avocado with lemon juice. In a large bowl, combine romaine, spinach, cranberries, onion and avocado; drizzle with 1/2 cup vinaigrette. Sprinkle with almonds and sunflower kernels; serve immediately. Drizzle with additional vinaigrette or, if desired, save for another use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 13g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Curtis Kiddey
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This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover cranberries.


ali kane
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I used sunflower seeds instead of walnuts in this salad. It was just as good!


Ginger Rogers-Ryan
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I had a hard time finding goat cheese at my local grocery store. I ended up using feta cheese instead, and it was still delicious.


chris slattery
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less sugar in the dressing.


Stell Wit
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The dressing is light and flavorful, and the cranberries add a nice tartness.


David McMurtray
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of healthy fats from the avocado and goat cheese.


Armi Boy Faraz Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but I loved this salad! The avocado and goat cheese really balance out the tartness of the cranberries.


Usman Gidado
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I often make it for potlucks and it's always gone in minutes.


Hbsbbsnbbs
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I love the pop of color and flavor that the cranberries add to this salad! It's a great way to use up leftover cranberries after the holidays.


Michael R
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of cranberries, avocado, and goat cheese was divine. I will definitely be making this again.