Description
A vibrant and refreshing Cranberry Blueberry Salad featuring fresh cranberries and blueberries, crunchy walnuts, tangy red onions, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a sweet and tangy blueberry balsamic dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful side dish or light meal.
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
Dressing Ingredients
- 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
- Rinse Berries: Rinse the cranberries and blueberries under cold water and set aside in a colander to drain thoroughly to remove any dirt or residue.
- Prepare Onion: Peel and chop the red onion into small, bite-sized pieces ensuring even distribution in the salad.
- Chop Walnuts: If the walnuts are whole, chop them into smaller pieces for added crunch and easier eating.
- Prepare Feta: Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks to evenly disperse its creamy, tangy flavor throughout the salad.
- Make 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, balancing sweetness and acidity.
- Combine Salad: In a medium-sized bowl, combine cranberries, blueberries, chopped red onion, walnuts, and crumbled feta. Stir gently to mix all ingredients without crushing the berries.
- Toss with Dressing: Pour the blueberry balsamic dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are lightly coated, enhancing the flavors.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preference.
- Serve or Chill: Serve immediately for maximum freshness or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
- To reduce tartness, you can soak cranberries in a little warm water with a bit of honey before using.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- For added texture, consider sprinkling with sunflower seeds or adding sliced almonds.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta or use a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
