cranberry salad
This refreshing cranberry salad combines tart cranberries, crunchy nuts, and creamy dressing for a delightful side dish perfect for any occasion, especially during the holidays.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 salad serving bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries or 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 medium apple diced
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise Ensure mayonnaise is plant-based for vegetarian option.
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- If using fresh cranberries, rinse them under cold water and remove any stems or blemished berries. If using dried cranberries, measure and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cranberries, diced apple, chopped walnuts, and sliced green onions.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cranberry mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the cranberry salad chilled, garnished with additional walnuts or cranberries if desired.
- This salad can be prepared a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- For a vegetarian option, ensure that the mayonnaise used is plant-based.
- Feel free to experiment with different nuts or fruits to customize the salad to your taste.
Notes
This salad can be prepared a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
For a vegetarian option, ensure that the mayonnaise used is plant-based.
Feel free to experiment with different nuts or fruits to customize the salad to your taste.