GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE
Green salad that is especially pretty to serve during the Christmas holidays.
Provided by Nancy W
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Arrange almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in oven for 5 minutes, or until nuts begin to brown.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, oil, cranberries, mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and water. Process until smooth.
- In a large bowl, toss the almonds, onion, blue cheese, and greens with the vinegar mixture until evenly coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 405.1 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
PEAR SALAD WITH BALSAMIC AND WALNUTS
This pear salad recipe is a stunning fall side dish! Simple, elegant, and delicious, it'd be a great addition to a Thanksgiving or holiday dinner.
Provided by Jeanine Donofrio
Categories Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Assemble the salad with the mixed greens and top with the pears and fennel. Squeeze a little lemon over the pears and fennel and toss.
- Top with the cranberries, pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts, and pecorino. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
PEAR VINAIGRETTE
This is a light and lovely salad dressing that lends itself well to a simple and elegant salad. I love to use it on a salad of butter lettuce, arugula, goat cheese, and caramelized pecans - simply delicious!
Provided by Jill Tall
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Blend the pear, white wine, garlic, Dijon mustard, white balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and sea salt in a blender until well combined; drizzle the olive oil into the mixture in a thin, steady stream while continuing to blend. Blend a few seconds longer until the salad dressing is thick and creamy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 59.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
SIMPLE GREEN SALAD WITH CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the cherry tomatoes, onions, green leaf lettuce, red leaf lettuce, bell peppers and cucumbers in a large salad bowl.
- In small bowl, whisk together the vinegar and mustard. Gradually whisk in the oil to emulsify. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
- Toss the salad with vinaigrette and season with additional salt and pepper as needed.
ELEGANT CRANBERRY PEAR SALAD
This salad recipe, with its combination of fresh ingredients and crunchy walnuts, is quick to make and yet looks very elegant. -Irene Fenlason, East Helena, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large serving bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Just before serving, shake dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 73mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FRESH PEAR AND FIG MIXED GREEN SALAD
Provided by Reggie Southerland
Categories appetizer
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place a pile of greens on each salad plate. Arrange the fruits on top and sprinkle with cheese and nuts. Lightly drizzle with vinaigrette.;
- Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.
MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE
This colorful salad is a bright and tasty introduction to a special meal. Dried cranberries and tart apples along with glazed walnuts and rich blue cheese add interest to the mix.-Gretchen Farr, Port Orford, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 10 minutes., Cool slightly. Place the cranberry mixture, vinegar and mustard in a blender; cover and process until pureed. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Refrigerate until serving., Just before serving, in a large bowl, combine the salad greens, apple, cranberries and walnuts. Drizzle with 1 cup vinaigrette and toss to coat. Sprinkle with blue cheese. Serve with remaining vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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