Cranberry Almond Lettuce Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Cranberry Almond Lettuce Salad—a perfect combination of crisp romaine lettuce, sweet and tangy dried cranberries, and crunchy toasted almonds. Accentuated by slivers of red onion and creamy crumbles of feta cheese, this salad is drizzled with a simple, flavorful balsamic dressing made with olive oil, honey, and a touch of seasoning. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy, no-cook recipe is ideal for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or as a vibrant side dish for any occasion. Bursting with contrasting textures and flavors, this salad is not only a feast for the palate but also a nutrient-packed addition to your menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop or tear it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion into small strips and add it to the bowl with the lettuce.
In a small pan over medium heat, toast the sliced almonds for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Sprinkle the dried cranberries and toasted almonds over the lettuce and red onions in the bowl.
Crumble the feta cheese and distribute it evenly across the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.0 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1220 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.2 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 636 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1886 mg | 40% | |
*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.
