Best Craisin Salad Recipes

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CHICKEN, CRAISIN, AND CASHEW BOW-TIE PASTA SALAD



Chicken, Craisin, and Cashew Bow-Tie Pasta Salad image

This is my favorite chicken pasta salad! The tangy dried cranberries and crunchy cashews combine wonderfully in a creamy pasta salad that is substantial enough for a main dish or perfect as a summer side dish. It is pretty enough for company and can be made up to a day a head. We served this as a side dish at our summer wedding reception five years ago and I still get compliments.

Provided by akgrown

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 12h30m

Yield 20 main dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups cooked chicken breasts, diced
6 cups bow tie pasta, cooked al-dente
1 1/2 cups green grapes, sliced in half
1 1/2 cups red grapes, sliced in half
2 (5 ounce) cans water chestnuts, drained and quartered
1 (10 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
2 cups celery, thinly sliced
1/2 cup scallion, thinly sliced (green onions)
2 cups cashews, whole and halves
2 cups craisins (dried cranberries)
1 (16 ounce) bottle hidden valley brand coleslaw dressing
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Miracle Whip

Steps:

  • In a large bowl mix all salad ingredients together, except cashews and Craisins.
  • Whip together Dressing ingredients. Toss dressing with the mixture in the large bowl.
  • Let this mixture marinate in the fridge for 12-24 hours.
  • Mix in cashews and Craisins just before serving. Serve cold.
  • *Note: You could use almonds instead of cashews, but I prefer the cashews. You could also use a different brand of coleslaw dressing, but I've had the best results with Hidden Valley brand. *.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 42.2, Sodium 376.7, Carbohydrate 40, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 20.1, Protein 12.9

CRAISIN®, ALMOND, AND FETA CHICKEN SALAD



Craisin®, Almond, and Feta Chicken Salad image

A basic chicken salad recipe with some added goodness. Try changing it up by adding either 1 teaspoon curry or cumin.

Provided by Terri

Categories     Salad

Time 8h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups diced cooked chicken
2 large stalks celery, diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
¼ red onion, diced
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
6 tablespoons sour cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (4 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled
⅓ cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and cranberries in a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise and sour cream together in a separate bowl; pour over the chicken mixture and stir to coat. Season mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Stir feta cheese and almonds through salad to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 124.4 mg, Fat 44.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 541.8 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

CRAISIN SALAD



Craisin Salad image

I was given this recipe years ago when I lived in Colorado. It is a very simple but delicious salad. It always gets lots of compliments and completely disappears at potlucks.

Provided by CarrolJ

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head romaine lettuce, torn into medium sized pieces
2 whole green onions, chopped
1 cup craisins
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup diced celery
1 medium chopped avocado (I have never added this item.) (optional)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper or 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Heat dressing ingredients until sugar dissolves, stirring constantly.
  • Cool dressing.
  • Mix salad ingredients.
  • Just before serving pour dressing over salad and toss well.
  • Serve and enjoy.

CARROT-CRAISIN SALAD WITH GINGER



Carrot-Craisin Salad with Ginger image

This is a quick, easy salad. A bit of a twist on the normal carrot-raisin salad usually made with mayo.

Provided by Miss Erin C.

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup craisins, dried,sweetened cranberries
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 -2 tablespoon honey
grated lemon, zest of
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 -2 teaspoon peeled, grated fresh ginger
4 cups peeled, grated carrots

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cover Craisins with hot water and set aside.
  • In medium sized bowl, mix yogurt, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice and ginger Add carrots.
  • Drain Craisins and add.
  • Stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.2, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 4, Sodium 103.6, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 31.4, Protein 2.3

CRAISIN' GREEN SALAD WITH PEARS



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I developed this to go along with Recipe#379227. Remember that pears ripen from the inside out, the best way to check for ripeness is to "check the neck for ripeness". To do this, gently press near the stem with your thumb. When it gives to gentle pressure it is ripe, juicy and ready to eat. If you wait until the pear is soft around the middle chances are it will be overripe. I have also used Recipe#369334 instead of olive oil, and subbed in goat cheese or bleu cheese -all of them are good! Radicchio is bitter so be careful that you are using just a smidgeon of it. The cooking time is the resting time in the refrigerator.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons blueberry pomegranate infused red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 1/4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 head lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
radicchio, a few leaves to give it some red
3 bosc pears, peeled cored and chopped
12 red grapes, halved
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
1 tablespoon red onion, chopped (optional)
1/4 cup almonds, sliced honey roasted
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • For the dressing, blend oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large serving bowl, layer lettuce, pears, feta cheese, avocado, and red onions.
  • Pour dressing over salad, sprinkle with almonds and dried cranberries, and let rest in refrigerator an hour before serving so that the flavors have a change to meld.

CRAISIN CHICKEN SALAD



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I love chicken salad, mostly because it's so easy to do. This one is a nice change from the usual with the addition of craisins. The cream cheese makes it super creamy, but I leave it out sometimes and bump up the mayo instead.

Provided by LilPinkieJ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 11m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 -4 ounces softened cream cheese
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked chicken breasts, finely chopped
1/3 cup crushed pineapple (reserve a few tablespoons of the juice)
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 tablespoon onion, finely chopped
4 celery ribs, finely chopped
sourdough bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, cream cheese, and seasonings until well-blended. Add chicken and mix.
  • Stir in crushed pineapple, cranberries, onion, and celery. Add desired amount of pineapple juice for flavor and consistency.
  • Spread on bread of your choice to make a sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.4, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 89.8, Sodium 935.8, Carbohydrate 13.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 6, Protein 23.3

CASHEW CRAISIN SALAD



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A delicious salad that goes with any type of celebration. I received this recipe from my mom, and its a favorite at our family gatherings. The addition of the Craisins adds a nice sweetness to this salad. It makes plenty, so if serving for a small family, you may want to half the recipe.

Provided by october sky

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs of romaine mixed greens
8 ounces cashews
1 1/2 cups shredded swiss cheese
1/2 cup craisins (or more to taste)
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar
3/4 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon grated onion
1 teaspoon poppy seed

Steps:

  • Dressing:.
  • Mix vinegar, oil, sugar, mustard, onion, and poppy seeds together in a jar with a tight fitting lid.
  • Shake well, until mixed.
  • Refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 to 8 hours.
  • To Assemble:.
  • Combine the romaine mixed greens, cashews, swiss cheese, and craisens together in a large bowl. Mix Well.
  • Just before serving, toss salad with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.5, Fat 37, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 14.9, Sodium 182.7, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 20.4, Protein 7.9

CRAISIN SPINACH SALAD RECIPE



Craisin Spinach Salad Recipe image

Provided by oldbklady

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tbs butter
1/4 c. slivered almonds
1 lb spinach
1 c. craisins
4 oz feta cheese
Dressing;
2 tbs toasted sesame seeds
1 tbs poppy seeds
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp minced red onion
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 c. white wine vinegar
1/4 c. cider vinegar
1/2 c. oil

Steps:

  • In saucepan over medium heat melt butter. Add the almonds and cook until lightly toasted about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. In a large bowl combine the spinach with the almonds, craisins and feta. In another bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Serve dressing with salad on the side.

CHICKEN & CRAISIN SALAD SANDWICH



Chicken & Craisin Salad Sandwich image

Just tossed this together for lunch today. It was yummy! I hope you will like it, too :)

Provided by Michelle Bersani =^..^=

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 chicken tenders; cooked, cooled & diced
1/3-1/2 c craisins
1/2 celery stalk, finely diced
1/4 c dijon mustard (more or less to your liking)
1/3 c mayonnaise, light (more or less to your liking)
salt and pepper, to taste
bread of your choice (i used pita)
garnish of your choice, if wanted

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together all ingedients (except bread and garnish) in a medium size bowl.
  • 2. Place on the bread of your choice and garnish, if desired.

CRAISIN CHICKEN SALAD



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This is another very easy favorite.

Provided by Jill Cooks

Categories     Chicken Salads

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cooked rotisserie chicken, cubed
3-4 celery ribs, diced
1 cup craisins, or more
1 jalapeno pepper, diced fine
mayonnaise, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Chill for several hours.
  • 2. Serve on your favorite bread or crackers.

CRAISIN CHICKEN SALAD



Craisin Chicken Salad image

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups craisins (dried cranberries)
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped scallion
1 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Mix together in a large bowl the chicken, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, craisins, celery, and scallions. Refrigerate at least one hour before serving. Mix in toasted pine nuts just before serving.

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