Fall Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette

Fall Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    187

Embrace the flavors of autumn with this vibrant salad, featuring a zesty cranberry vinaigrette that perfectly complements the crisp greens, sweet pears, and creamy Gorgonzola. A delightful way to celebrate the season!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    16 g
  • Cholesterol
    11 mg
  • Fiber
    8 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    172 mg
  • Sugar
    7 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Prepare the Cranberry Vinaigrette: In a saucepan, combine cider vinegar and cranberries. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries soften and burst, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until completely smooth. Refrigerate the vinaigrette until chilled, approximately 30 minutes, to allow the flavors to meld.

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Recipe View Prepare the Pears: Core one pear and cut it into thin julienne strips. Core and dice the remaining pear into small, even pieces (about 5 minutes).

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03 Step

Recipe View Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, endive, diced pears, walnuts, and Gorgonzola cheese. (about 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Dress and Serve: Drizzle the chilled cranberry vinaigrette over the salad, tossing gently to coat all the ingredients evenly. Be careful not to overdress the salad; you may not need all the vinaigrette. Divide the salad among individual serving plates and garnish each with the julienned pear. Sprinkle with additional walnuts, if desired. Serve immediately (about 5 minutes).

For a richer flavor, consider using toasted pecans instead of walnuts.
If you don't have Gorgonzola, crumbled blue cheese or feta cheese make great substitutes.
The cranberry vinaigrette can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Be sure to shake well before using.
For a vegan option, omit the Gorgonzola cheese and use maple syrup in place of sugar in the vinaigrette.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 62 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Rickey Ferry

    Could I use dried cranberries if I don't have fresh ones?

  • Lulu Kihn

    I love the combination of sweet pears, tangy vinaigrette, and creamy Gorgonzola. This is my new favorite fall salad!

  • Ethel Abbott

    This salad was a huge hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone loved the cranberry vinaigrette.

  • Mortimer Kohler

    The walnut flavor is amazing, can I replace it with pecans?

  • Estevan Friesen

    I added some pomegranate seeds for extra color and flavor. It was a great addition!

  • Junius Batz

    The cranberry vinaigrette is so easy to make and tastes amazing. I've been using it on all my salads!

  • Orlo Collins

    I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!

  • Leon Wilderman

    I made this salad for a potluck, and it was gone in minutes. So delicious and festive!

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