Green salad that is especially pretty to serve during the Christmas holidays.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cranberries
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
- 1 pound mixed salad greens
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Arrange almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in oven for 5 minutes, or until nuts begin to brown.
Step 2
In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, oil, cranberries, mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and water. Process until smooth.
Step 3
In a large bowl, toss the almonds, onion, blue cheese, and greens with the vinegar mixture until evenly coated.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 219 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat19g | 25% |
Saturated Fat4g | 22% |
Cholesterol11mg | 4% |
Sodium405mg | 18% |
Total Carbohydrate6g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 10% |
Total Sugars1g | |
Protein7g | |
Vitamin C10mg | 51% |
Calcium141mg | 11% |
Iron1mg | 5% |
Potassium310mg | 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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