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Easy Apple Cranberry Salad


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A heartwarming salad packed with vibrant fruits and greens, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy dinners.


Ingredients

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  • Mixed greens (your choice: spinach, arugula, or a spring mix)
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries (dried cranberries also work!)
  • ½ cup pecans (chopped)
  • ½ cup gorgonzola cheese (crumbled)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Combine the mixed greens, cranberries, and pecans in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl to create the dressing.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  4. Top with gorgonzola cheese and serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to customize the ingredients according to your preferences. Make the salad ahead of time but dress it just before serving for maximum freshness.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg