Description
Cranberry Apple Pecan Salad with Creamy Poppyseed Dressing is a delightful blend of crisp apples, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans, making it the perfect addition to any festive gathering. This vibrant salad is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor thanks to its creamy dressing. Ideal for Thanksgiving or family dinners, this dish will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup diced fresh apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon poppyseeds
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, and poppyseeds in a medium bowl until smooth.
- In a large bowl, add mixed greens and toss with diced apples and dried cranberries.
- Pour half of the creamy poppyseed dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, drizzling any remaining dressing on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping pecans with walnuts or adding feta cheese. Use seasonal fruits for the freshest taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; best enjoyed cold.