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Christmas Salad

A vibrant and festive salad packed with mixed greens, cranberries, walnuts, and feta, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 6 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients

  • 4 cups Mixed greens
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts Toast for enhanced flavor
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled feta cheese For creaminess
  • 1/4 cup Sliced red onion Soak in cold water if a milder flavor is desired
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic vinaigrette Adjust according to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Rinse the mixed greens thoroughly under cold water and drain well.
  • Gather all your other ingredients and lay them out on your countertop.
  • Slice the red onion thinly. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes for a milder flavor if desired.
  • Toast the chopped walnuts in a small pan over medium heat until fragrant and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Assembly

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
  • Add the sliced red onion among the other ingredients.
  • Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  • Serve immediately to keep the greens crisp.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days, keeping the dressing separate to prevent wilting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8g
Keyword Christmas Salad, Festive Salad, Holiday Salad, salad recipe, Vegetarian Salad
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