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thanksgiving salad

Harvest Thanksgiving Salad

A vibrant salad featuring mixed greens, cranberries, pecans, and seasonal fruits tossed with a maple-balsamic dressing — perfect for your holiday table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Salad Tongs

Ingredients
  

Salad Base

  • 6 cups mixed greens such as spinach, arugula, and romaine
  • 1 cup cubed butternut squash roasted and cooled
  • 1/2 cup fresh cranberries or dried cranberries
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup pecans toasted
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup feta or goat cheese crumbled

Maple-Balsamic Dressing

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, add mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, cranberries, cucumber, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and cheese.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and emulsified.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
  • Top with additional nuts or seeds if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

To add more protein, include roasted turkey slices or grilled chicken. This salad pairs beautifully with Thanksgiving main dishes.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5200IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1.8mg
Keyword Harvest Salad, Holiday Recipes, Thanksgiving Salad
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