Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette
Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette balances crisp lettuces with toasted almonds, sharp red onion, and creamy blue cheese. The dressing’s tart cranberries and Dijon add a bright snap that complements the nutty crunch and rich cheese. Serve as a festive starter for dinner or a refreshing lunch side when you want contrasting textures and bold flavors.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 2
Spread the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven until they start to brown, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the oil, cranberries, vinegar, water, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper to a blender or the bowl of a food processor; blend until the vinaigrette is smooth.
- 4
In a large bowl, toss the mixed greens, almonds, onion, and blue cheese with the vinaigrette until evenly coated.
- Calories 248.66 kcal Moderate
- Protein 8.25 g Moderate
- Carbs 9.15 g Moderate
- Total Fat 21.1 g High
- Saturated Fat 4.35 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 10.07 mg Low Source
- Sodium 207.08 mg Moderate
- Fiber 4.41 g Moderate
- Sugar 1.91 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.32 g Low Source
- Calcium 150.19 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.04 mg Moderate
- Potassium 392.35 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.37 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.88 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette is an American side dish recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cranberry, Crumbled Blue Cheese, and Dijon Mustard. Each serving provides about 248.66 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cranberry, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Dijon Mustard, Green Salad. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette?
- About 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 248.66 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Cranberry Vinaigrette easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.
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