Cape Cod Salad
Cape Cod Salad is a delightful dish that combines fresh ingredients, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch or dinner, featuring apples, cranberries, nuts, and creamy cheese.
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 6 cups mixed salad greens Use fresh greens for best taste.
- 1 large Granny Smith apple, diced Diced apple adds a crisp texture.
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries Can substitute with raisins if preferred.
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans, chopped Customize nuts based on preference.
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or alternative Consider using feta for a different flavor.
Dressing
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together orange juice, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, pepper, and olive oil until emulsified.
- Toast the walnuts or pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Chop into smaller pieces once cooled.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed greens, diced apple, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, and crumbled cheese.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately for best freshness.
Notes
If storing leftovers, keep salad and dressing separate to maintain freshness. The greens will stay fresh for a day or two. Whisk the dressing again before serving if it separates.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 6gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g
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