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As the holiday season approaches, the charm of festive meals captivates many, bringing friends and family together for celebratory gatherings. A well-crafted salad can elevate any holiday feast, making it more vibrant and enticing. The Festive Cranberry Spinach Salad is an excellent choice for such occasions, combining fresh flavors that invigorate the palate. This salad not only looks appealing but also brings a delightful array of textures that enhances your dining experience.

Festive Cranberry Spinach Salad Recipe

This festive salad combines fresh spinach with cranberries, feta cheese, and toasted pecans, making it a vibrant addition to any holiday table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup toasted pecans roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • ½ cup mandarin orange segments
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the fresh baby spinach leaves under cool running water and pat them dry.
  • Transfer the cleaned spinach to a large mixing bowl.
  • Rinse and drain fresh cranberries before adding them to the bowl, or add dried cranberries directly.
  • Add crumbled feta cheese, toasted pecans, thinly sliced red onion, and mandarin orange segments to the bowl.
  • Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette dressing over the salad, starting with half the amount.
  • Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the salad to enhance flavors.
  • Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients without bruising the spinach.
  • Serve on a platter or in the mixing bowl for a casual presentation.

Notes

Best served fresh; consider garnishing with whole cranberries or pomegranate seeds.
Keyword cranberries, festive, healthy, holiday, salad, spinach