Orange Spiced Walnut and Dried Cranberry Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavor-packed Orange Spiced Walnut and Dried Cranberry Salad! Featuring a delightful mix of fresh salad greens, sweet and tangy dried cranberries, and perfectly spiced maple-glazed walnuts, this dish is a harmony of contrasting textures and flavors. The zesty homemade orange vinaigrette, infused with freshly squeezed orange juice, orange zest, and a touch of honey, ties everything together with citrusy brilliance. Perfect as a light main course or an elegant side, this salad can also be elevated with creamy crumbled feta for a savory twist. Quick to prepare and loaded with seasonal flair, it's a refreshing addition to any meal or holiday spread.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, lettuce)
• 1 cup Raw walnuts
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese (crumbled, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a small skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

In the skillet, toss the raw walnuts with ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and maple syrup until evenly coated.

Step 3

Toast the walnuts in the skillet for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

Place mixed salad greens in a large bowl and toss with the dried cranberries.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.

Step 7

Sprinkle the cooled spiced walnuts and crumbled feta cheese (if using) over the top of the salad.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(584.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1901.9

Total Fat 147.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 106.8mg	0%
Sodium 2615.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 90.0g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 868.8mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1266.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.7%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 24.3%