Cranberry Orange Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Cranberry Orange Salad is a refreshing, nutrient-packed delight perfect for any occasion! Featuring juicy navel oranges, tart fresh cranberries, and a bed of crisp mixed greens, this salad brings a harmonious balance of sweet and tangy. Toasted pecans add a nutty crunch, while creamy crumbled feta offers a savory contrast. The honey-citrus dressing, made with fresh orange juice, apple cider vinegar, and a drizzle of honey, ties it all together with a zesty finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for a quick lunch or a festive dinner side, this salad is as versatile as it is eye-catching. Whether you're looking for a holiday favorite or a fresh, summer-inspired dish, this Cranberry Orange Salad will brighten up your table—and your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 large navel oranges
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup pecans
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries and set them aside to dry.
Peel the navel oranges and cut them into bite-sized segments, removing any seeds and pith as necessary.
In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until they are fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cranberries, orange segments, toasted pecans, and crumbled feta cheese.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the honey, olive oil, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined.
Drizzle the honey-citrus dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy this bright, flavorful Cranberry Orange Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.7 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 26.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1518 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.2 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.8 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 708 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1949 mg | 41% | |
*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.
