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Cranberry Blueberry Salad with Blueberry Balsamic Dressing Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 5.5 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cranberry Blueberry Salad with Blueberry Balsamic Dressing is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines tart cranberries and sweet blueberries with crunchy walnuts and creamy feta cheese. The vibrant dressing, made with honey, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard, ties all the ingredients together for a delightful and healthy salad perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Blueberry Balsamic Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Rinse the Berries: Rinse the cranberries and blueberries under cold water and set aside in a colander to drain completely.
  2. Prepare the Onion: Peel and chop the red onion into small, bite-sized pieces for a mild crunch and flavor.
  3. Chop the Walnuts: If your walnuts are whole, chop them into smaller pieces to distribute evenly throughout the salad.
  4. Prepare the Feta: Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks to add creaminess and tang in every bite.
  5. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
  6. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cranberries, blueberries, chopped red onion, walnuts, and crumbled feta. Stir gently to mix without breaking the berries.
  7. Dress the Salad: Pour the blueberry balsamic dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.
  8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and add extra salt or pepper if needed to balance the flavors.
  9. Serve or Chill: Serve immediately for a fresh crunch, or refrigerate for up to an hour to let the flavors meld beautifully.

Notes

  • Ensure berries are thoroughly drained after rinsing to prevent a watery salad.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more honey to the dressing if desired.
  • For added texture, consider substituting walnuts with pecans or almonds.
  • The salad is best served fresh but can be kept in the fridge up to 1 hour for optimal flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

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