Cranberry Pecan Salad

Cranberry Pecan Salad

Raspberry Dijon vinaigrette is savory with cranberries, toasted pecans, red onion, and feta cheese. A real crowd pleaser! Can substitute brie for feta, too.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens, rinsed and dried
  • ¾ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • crumbled feta cheese

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spread pecans evenly on a baking sheet. Toast for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.

Step 2
In a small bowl, stir together the vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix until sugar and salt dissolve. Whisk in olive oil.

Step 3
In a salad bowl, toss together the greens, cranberries, pecans, onions, and cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette, and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

456
Calories
39g
Fat
21g
Carbs
10g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 456
% Daily Value *
Total Fat39g 49%
Saturated Fat11g 53%
Cholesterol45mg 15%
Sodium780mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate21g 8%
Dietary Fiber4g 14%
Total Sugars16g
Protein10g
Vitamin C10mg 49%
Calcium296mg 23%
Iron2mg 10%
Potassium312mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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