Description
This Thanksgiving Green Salad Recipe is a fresh, flavorful, and easy-to-make side dish that’s perfect for your holiday table. With crisp greens, tart cranberries, and crunchy toasted pecans, it’s a delightful balance of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
– 8 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, and kale)
– 1 cup dried cranberries
– 1 cup toasted pecans
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. 1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans.
2. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette dressing.
3. 3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
4. 4. Serve the Thanksgiving Green Salad immediately.
Notes
For best results, toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Allow to cool before adding to the salad. You can also customize this salad by adding other favorite toppings like crumbled feta, sliced apples, or roasted butternut squash.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Tossed
- Cuisine: American