This festive cranberry spinach salad is a fresh holiday salad that brings vibrant colors and flavors to your table. Packed with nutritious ingredients, it serves as a clean side dish perfect for any holiday gathering.
The combination of sweet cranberries, crunchy almonds, and creamy feta creates a delightful almond and feta mix that elevates this colorful Christmas salad. It’s a light holiday recipe that complements rich main courses beautifully.
Easy Cranberry Spinach Salad Recipe
This cranberry spinach salad features fresh spinach leaves tossed with tart cranberries, sliced almonds, and crumbled feta cheese. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and dried
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, or dried cranberries if preferred
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and dry the spinach leaves, slice the red onion, and toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cranberries, toasted almonds, crumbled feta, and sliced red onion.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and enjoy immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
