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Apple-Walnut Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette

4.5

(88)

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 6

Ingredients

1/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup vegetable oil
10 cups mixed baby greens
2 Red Delicious apples, cored, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Puree cranberries in processor until smooth. Add vinegar, onion, sugar and mustard and process until well blended. With processor running, gradually add oil and process until well blended. Transfer to medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature and whisk before using.)

    Step 2

    Combine greens and apples in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts. Serve, passing remaining dressing separately.

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