GIANT GREEN SALAD

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"I tried this refreshing salad at a friend's house and couldn't wait to have the recipe," says Rebecca Cook Jones, a field editor from Henderson, Nevada. "it makes a beautiful presentation for winter holidays, too."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 85 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons butter
4 cups walnut halves
1/4 cup sugar
4 bunches romaine, torn
16 cups torn leaf lettuce
6 cups dried cranberries
4 medium sweet yellow peppers, diced
4 cups (16 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
Coarsely ground pepper, optional
DRESSING:
4 envelopes Italian salad dressing mix
2 cups canola oil
1 cup balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large heavy skillet, melt the butter. Add walnuts; cook over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar; cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. , Meanwhile, in several large salad bowls, combine the romaine, lettuce, cranberries, yellow peppers, cheese and pepper if desired. In a large bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sugared walnuts.

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tom kennedy
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Telamsile Tembe
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I love the fact that this salad is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


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


Nichanat Polsaen
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I love how versatile this salad is. I can add or remove ingredients depending on what I have on hand.


Christina Ammon
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This is the best salad recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Khani Khani
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one is an exception. It's so delicious and satisfying.


Ahasan Habib Liton
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the combination of greens, vegetables, and dressing.


Yvng S3UCE
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This is my go-to salad recipe for potlucks and picnics. It's always a hit and I always get requests for the recipe.


All App Use
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors and textures is amazing.


Julie Bul√°nkov√°
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This salad was a hit at my last party! I used fresh, seasonal vegetables and the dressing was light and flavorful. It was the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.