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cranberry salad

Cranberry Salad

A bright and refreshing cranberry salad made with apples, walnuts, and fresh herbs — perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp Knife

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries whole or halved
  • 1 green apple chopped
  • 1 pear chopped (optional)
  • 1/3 cup walnuts toasted
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 cups romaine or mixed greens

Dressing

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine cranberries, chopped apples, pear, toasted walnuts, parsley, and greens.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  • Garnish with extra walnuts or parsley for presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy fresh!

Notes

For a festive twist, add pomegranate seeds or feta cheese. Use dried cranberries if fresh ones are too tart.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.8mg
Keyword Cranberry Salad, healthy, Holiday Salad
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