Mixed Greens with Dried Cranberries and Toasted Pecans
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful Mixed Greens with Dried Cranberries and Toasted Pecans salad! Perfect for any occasion, this fresh, crunchy, and sweet-savory dish combines tender spinach, peppery arugula, and a spring mix base with chewy dried cranberries and warm, golden-toasted pecans. A homemade balsamic vinaigrette, featuring a touch of honey and Dijon mustard, adds the perfect balance of tangy and sweet to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and healthy salad is ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. With its combination of textures, bold flavors, and wholesome ingredients, it’s a nutritious side dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, and spring mix)
- 0.5 cups Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cups Pecans
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat a small skillet over medium heat.
Add the pecans to the skillet and toast them, stirring frequently, for 3-5 minutes or until they are fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Place the mixed greens in a large salad bowl.
Sprinkle the dried cranberries and toasted pecans over the greens.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1048 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.9 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 797 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 820 mg | 17% | |
*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.
