Company Salad
Perfect for impressing guests or adding elegance to any gathering, the vibrant Company Salad blends fresh, crisp mixed greens with bursts of flavor and texture. Juicy cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced cucumber, and red onion provide a refreshing base, elevated by the creamy tang of crumbled feta cheese and the crunch of toasted almonds or pecans. Dried cranberries add a touch of sweetness, while a homemade balsamic vinaigrette—made with olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and a hint of black pepper—ties everything together in a harmonious medley of taste. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for serving six, this simple yet sophisticated salad is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with everything from grilled meats to vegetarian mains. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or preparing a quick weeknight dish, this show-stopping salad is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, arugula, spinach)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Toasted almonds or pecans
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly, and place them in a large serving bowl.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced cucumber, and red onion to the salad bowl.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese, toasted almonds or pecans, and dried cranberries evenly over the salad.
To make the dressing, in a small mixing bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Whisk the dressing ingredients together well until emulsified. Alternatively, if using a jar, close the lid tightly and shake until combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and vibrant Company Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.5 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.6 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2093 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.7 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.7 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 992 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2587 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
