Cranberry Feta Salad Recipe (Gluten free)
This cranberry feta salad with a maple fall salad dressing is loaded with sweet candied pecans, dried cranberries, crunchy pumpkin seeds, crumbled feta and a maple vinaigrette. You can throw together these salad ingredients in less than 15 minutes. It is the absolute perfect side dish for thanksgiving, or light lunch for those crisp autumn days. Think of this salad as the perfect go-to recipe for Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas dinner or even valentines day! This is sure to be one of your favorite salads!This cranberry feta salad with a maple fall salad dressing is gluten free, with a dairy free option, a vegan option and a nut free option.
Ingredients
- 2-3 cups Spring mix or arugula your preference
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 3 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup candied pecans chopped
- 3 tablespoons fat free feta cheese or dairy free sub
- 1 cup cucumbers chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup sugar-free option available
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the spring mix or arugula, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, candied pecans, and feta cheese.
- Add the chopped cucumbers to the bowl.
- In a separate bowl or jar with a lid, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and maple syrup. (For a thicker dressing, use a 2:1 ratio of olive oil to balsamic vinegar.)
- If using a jar, secure the lid and shake vigorously to emulsify the dressing.
- Drizzle the desired amount of maple vinaigrette over the salad.
- Toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 536kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 12gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 286mgPotassium: 383mgFiber: 3gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 505IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 2mg
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