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Baby Greens Salad With Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Impress your guests with this elegant Baby Greens Salad, perfect for holiday brunches or dinner parties! This recipe features a vibrant cranberry balsamic vinaigrette and a delightful mix of textures – crunchy walnuts, sweet cranberries, and creamy goat cheese (or mild blue cheese!). Inspired by Mary Ann Vitale, owner of La Taverna Restaurant in La Jolla, CA, this salad is easy to make yet tastes incredibly gourmet. Get ready to elevate your next gathering!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 21 mins
Calories 595.4 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
Baby Greens Salad With Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette 89

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Ingredients for Baby Greens Salad With Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 finely minced shallot
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
  • 5 cups baby greens
  • 8 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese
  • 4 tablespoons dried cranberries

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How to Make Baby Greens Salad With Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup cranberry sauce, and 1 finely minced shallot.
  2. Slowly whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil, then season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Spread 1/2 cup walnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
  5. In a large bowl, gently toss 5 cups baby greens with enough cranberry balsamic vinaigrette to coat.
  6. Arrange the salad on plates.
  7. Top each salad with 2 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese (or mild blue cheese), 1 tablespoon dried cranberries, and 1/4 cup toasted walnuts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

76g

Fat

66g

Carbs

7g

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