Best Cranberry Balsamic Salad Recipes

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APPLE, PECAN, CRANBERRY, AND AVOCADO SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC DRESSING



Apple, Pecan, Cranberry, and Avocado Spinach Salad with Balsamic Dressing image

I like using Cripp, Braeburn, or Gala apples in this yummy salad!

Provided by teenbeauty

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup baby spinach leaves
1 tablespoon dried cranberries
1 tablespoon chopped salted pecans
½ apple, cored and diced
1 tablespoon diced red onion
2 tablespoons grated carrot
¼ avocado, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place spinach, cranberries, pecans, apple, onion, carrot, and avocado into a bowl. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 241 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

CRANBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH FIG BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Cranberry Spinach Salad with Fig Balsamic Vinaigrette image

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup fig balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper
One 6-ounce bag baby spinach
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup toasted slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Put the balsamic vinegar in a small bowl and slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss the spinach, cranberries and almonds with some of the vinaigrette. Toss to mix and serve.

CRANBERRY BALSAMIC SALAD



Cranberry Balsamic Salad image

I stock up on cranberries each fall when I visit a cranberry festival. I always have plenty on hand at Christmastime for making special holiday dishes, including this tangy salad. -Patricia Slater, Pefferlaw, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups fresh baby spinach
3 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 medium navel oranges, sectioned
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, salad greens, oranges, cheese and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette, orange juice and zest. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cranberries and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRANBERRY AVOCADO SALAD W/SWEET BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Cranberry Avocado Salad W/Sweet Balsamic Vinaigrette image

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

ROASTED WINTER SQUASH, CRANBERRY, AND ALMOND SALAD WITH LEMON DIJON BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE (VEGAN, GLUTEN-FREE, SOY-FREE)



Roasted Winter Squash, Cranberry, and Almond Salad with Lemon Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette (vegan, gluten-free, soy-free) image

A salad loaded with roasted squash, chunky veggies, crunchy almonds, and chewy dried cranberries is my perfect meal. The soft, slightly warm squash is a great contrast to the cooling greens. I used kabocha, use your favorite squash, and follow the easy whole-roasting method outlines. The almonds add a hearty crunch and contain plant-based protein and healthy fat to stay full and satisfied, while the cranberries add tart sweetness and chewiness. The balsamic vinaigrette is punchy and packed with tangy, intense flavor. The mustard and lemon take a backseat to the robust balsamic vinegar. Sweet, tangy, sour, and savory, all in one. Use my recipe as a guideline, and then tinker with the ratios of ingredients that taste best to you. Eating vegan, gluten-free, and sticking to your healthy resolutions is easy with satisfying meals like this. Use the recipe to clean out the odds and ends in your fridge or freeze and mix-and-match with your favorite veggies.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 1

Salad 1 winter squash, roasted, cleaned, and diced into 1-inch cubes (kabocha, butternut, buttercup, acorn, etc.) 2 cups mixed salad greens half of 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced into thin rounds 1/2 cup dried cranberries (or craisins, golden rai

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375F. Wash squash and place it whole on a baking sheet. Bake for about 40 to 45 minutes or until squash has some give when squeezed.
  • Slice squash open vertically, remove seeds and filaments; discard.
  • Squash flesh should be fork-tender and soft. If it's not quite done, return halves to the baking sheet, cut side up, and continue to bake until done. Butternut sometimes takes longer than kabocha, buttercup, or acorn, closer to 60 minutes rather than 40-45. Baking times will vary based on squash size.
  • Dice about 1 cup squash into 1-inch pieces for the salad; set aside. Extra squash can be stored for up to 5 days airtight in the refrigerator. Try any of these 12 squash recipes for the remainder, or just eat with a pat of butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar, or dunked in extra vinaigrette.
  • Place salad greens on a large plate.
  • Evenly sprinkle with diced squash, carrot, cranberries, and almonds; set aide.
  • Lemon Dijon Balsamic Vinaigrette - In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except the oil and whisk to incorporate.
  • Slowly drizzle in the oil and whisk vigorously to incorporate.
  • Taste dressing and see what it needs and adjust accordingly.
  • Drizzle over salad and serve. Extra dressing will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Re-whisk before using the leftover portion on future salads.

LAYERED PEAR, FETA, CRANBERRY, SALAD WITH A BALSAMIC DRESSING



Layered Pear, Feta, Cranberry, Salad With a Balsamic Dressing image

This is just a PRETTY salad. I like to serve this in a glass bowl so you can see the layers. Now obviously you can just toss it all together, but for a dinner party or pot luck dinner, this is just really nice. Simple ingredients and it goes together in just minutes. Now I use my basic vinaigrette which you will have a little left over, or if you want just use a good store bought dressing. My secret for this salad is to add a little honey to the dressing that goes really well with the pears and the cranberries. You could always add a little honey to a store bought dressing to achieve the same taste.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Fruit

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 Individual Servings, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 head romaine lettuce (torn or cut into bite size pieces)
3 pears, cut into bite size pieces (I like to use Bosc, Anju, but Asian would work, just use a combination of your favorites)
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries (rough chopped)
1 1/2 cups feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
3/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Layers -- First layer, lettuce. Second layer, pears. Third layer, cranberries. Fourth layer, feta. Fifth layer, walnuts. Repeat.
  • Garnish -- If you want you can garnish with a few thin slices of pears on top.
  • Drizzle with the vinaigrette and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.1, Fat 48.1, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 33.4, Sodium 436.7, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 17.1, Protein 9.6

BABY GREENS SALAD WITH CRANBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Baby Greens Salad With Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This is a lovely salad for a holiday brunch or dinner party! The dressing is so yummy!! I've subbed a mild blue cheese for the goat cheese, and both are equally tasty. From Mary Ann Vitale, owner of La Taverna Restaurant in La Jolla CA.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Greens

Time 21m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
10 cups baby greens
8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, cranberry sauce and shallot. Slowly whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the walnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 5 to 7 minutes; set walnuts aside.
  • To serve the salad, toss the greens with enough of the vinaigrette to moisten and arrange on plates.
  • Sprinkle each salad with goat cheese, dried cranberries and toasted walnuts.

CRANBERRY AVOCADO SALAD WITH CANDIED SPICED ALMONDS & SWEET WHITE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Cranberry Avocado Salad with Candied Spiced Almonds & Sweet White Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Johanna

Number Of Ingredients 26

DRESSING:
1/2 cup sugar (60g)
1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons dried mustard
1 tablespoon minced sweet onion
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar (120 ml)
1/3 cup vegetable oil (70 ml)
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil (70 ml)
SALAD:
12 ounces baby spinach, arugula, field greens (340g)
1 small bunch cilantro, washed and dried, leaves removed whole from stems
2 medium avocados, peeled and halved
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries (115g)
1 1/2 cups candied spiced almonds (115g) recipe to follow
CANDIED SPICED ALMONDS:
5 cups almonds, sliced, or a 1 pound package (600g)
1/2 cup sugar (100g)
3 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoons smoked paprika, or more to taste
Sea salt

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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