Cranberry Feta and Walnut Salad
Brighten up your table with the irresistible Cranberry Feta and Walnut Salad—a perfect harmony of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors in every bite. This vibrant salad features a fresh base of mixed greens, complemented by tart dried cranberries, creamy crumbled feta cheese, and crunchy toasted walnuts, all brought together with a homemade balsamic honey vinaigrette. Thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle bite, making this dish an ideal balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this effortless yet elegant salad is perfect as a light meal or a stunning side for holiday gatherings or everyday dinners. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with seasonal flair, it’s sure to impress your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens (baby spinach or spring mix)
- 0.5 cups Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cups Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cups Walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 0.25 cups Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cups Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, dried cranberries, feta cheese, toasted walnuts, and red onion slices.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately as a side or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.5 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2076 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.2 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 797 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1283 mg | 27% | |
*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.
