Description
A bright and festive Christmas salad featuring mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, walnuts, dried cranberries, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, perfect for holiday gatherings or a fresh side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Dressing
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Prepare Greens: Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly to ensure a crisp texture and remove any dirt.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, chopped walnuts, and dried cranberries.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette evenly over the combined ingredients to coat the salad.
- Toss Salad: Gently toss all the ingredients together ensuring the dressing is well distributed without bruising the delicate greens.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the walnuts lightly before adding.
- Use a high-quality balsamic vinaigrette for the best taste.
- Can be prepared shortly before serving; avoid tossing too early to keep the greens crisp.
- To make it vegan, omit the feta or substitute with a vegan cheese alternative.
