Apple Walnut Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 cups mixed greens (such as baby spinach, arugula, and romaine lettuce)
• 1 cup thinly sliced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

For the Vinaigrette:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

N/A

Difficulty Level:

1 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, apples, walnuts, blue cheese, cranberries, and red onion.
2. In another small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, cranberry sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and light
• Sweet and tangy flavors
• Crunchy and nutty textures
• Vibrant and colorful
• Suitable for various dietary restrictions (e.g., gluten-free, vegetarian)

User Comments:

• "This salad was a hit at our party. The vinaigrette was perfectly balanced and complemented the flavors of the salad."
• "I used a mixture of different greens and the salad turned out really colorful and appetizing."
• "I added some grilled chicken to the salad and it made a great meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
• Adjust the amount of vinaigrette to your desired taste.
• If you don't have cranberry sauce, you can substitute it with mashed berries.
• You can also add other ingredients to the salad, such as chopped celery, carrots, or hard-boiled eggs.