Nani's Favorite Winter Salad
A refreshing and crunchy salad that brings bright colors and cozy flavors to your table.
recipesbynani.comThis salad is one of my absolute favorite things to make when the weather gets a little chilly. It brings together sweet fruit, tart cranberries, and crunchy nuts for a combination that keeps everyone reaching for a second helping.
I find that making the dressing just a little bit ahead of time helps the flavors mingle beautifully. It is a wonderful side dish for holiday meals or just a simple weeknight dinner.
🧺 Ingredients
- 5 ounces mixed salad greens
- 1 sliced apple
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Whisk the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard together in a small bowl until smooth.
- 2
Season the dressing with a pinch of salt and pepper to your liking.
- 3
Place the mixed salad greens in a large serving bowl.
- 4
Add the sliced apples, dried cranberries, pecans, and feta cheese on top of the greens.
- 5
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss everything gently to combine.
💡 Tips
If you want to make this ahead of time, keep the dressing in a separate jar and only toss it with the salad right before you sit down to eat. You can store leftover salad in the fridge for a day, but it is best enjoyed fresh.
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