Cranberry Pecan Spinach Salad

Name: Cranberry Pecan Spinach Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6-8 servings.
Ingredients: 4 cups packed torn fresh spinach; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings; 1/2 cup pecan pieces, toasted; 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 to 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 garlic clove, minced; Salt and pepper to taste

I came across this recipe one year when I was looking for a special salad for the holidays. —Deb Murata, Carmichael, California

Ingredients

4 cups packed torn fresh spinach
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 cup pecan pieces, toasted
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cranberries, onion, pecans and blue cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper until blended. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Originally published as Spinach Cranberry Salad in Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook 2005

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kimspacc

Nov 1, 2016

This is a delicious recipe. It's easy to make and looks festive!
claypool

Dec 12, 2010

this salad is great...I have to make it for all holidays and get togethers...