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Autumn Bitter Sweet Salad With Cranberry Vinaigrette Recipe

A vibrant fall salad inspired by Moosewood Restaurant, this recipe features crisp kohlrabi, juicy pears, and a tangy cranberry vinaigrette. The perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors makes it a delightful and healthy meal or side dish. Easy to prepare in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 156.3 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Autumn Bitter Sweet Salad With Cranberry Vinaigrette

  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • 5 ounces mixed salad Greens
  • 1 ripe Pear, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 Kohlrabi, thinly sliced
  • 2 ounces crumbled Goat Cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard

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How to Make Autumn Bitter Sweet Salad With Cranberry Vinaigrette

  1. **Make the Vinaigrette:** In a blender or food processor, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1/2 cup dried cranberries and blend until finely minced and incorporated.
  2. **Prepare the Salad:** Tear 5 oz of mixed salad greens into bite-sized pieces. Arrange on individual salad plates or in a large salad bowl.
  3. **Prep the Pears:** Thinly slice 1 ripe pear and toss gently with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
  4. **Assemble the Salad:** Arrange the pear slices over the greens. Top with the thinly sliced kohlrabi and sprinkle with 1/2 cup dried cranberries (reserve some for garnish).
  5. **Dress and Serve:** Drizzle the cranberry vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Garnish with 2 ounces of crumbled goat cheese or your favorite cheese and any reserved dried cranberries.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

9g

Carbs

3g

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