Mixed Greens Salad with Orange Vinaigrette
A delightful and refreshing salad combining mixed greens with crunchy walnuts, sweet cranberries, and creamy feta cheese, topped with a zesty orange vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens Choose fresh and crisp greens for the best taste.
- 1/2 cup Toasted walnuts Toast the walnuts lightly to enhance their flavor.
- 1/2 cup Dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup Crumbled feta cheese You can substitute with goat cheese if preferred.
Vinaigrette Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- 1/4 cup Orange juice
- 1 tbsp Honey Adjust the sweetness as desired.
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers without vinaigrette to keep greens from getting soggy. Best enjoyed fresh, can be served as a side dish or light main meal. Serve with toasted bread or pita chips for added crunch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8g
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