Cranberry Feta and Walnut Salad

Brighten up your table with the irresistible Cranberry Feta and Walnut Salad—a perfect harmony of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors in every bite. This vibrant salad features a fresh base of mixed greens, complemented by tart dried cranberries, creamy crumbled feta cheese, and crunchy toasted walnuts, all brought together with a homemade balsamic honey vinaigrette. Thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle bite, making this dish an ideal balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this effortless yet elegant salad is perfect as a light meal or a stunning side for holiday gatherings or everyday dinners. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with seasonal flair, it’s sure to impress your guests!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed greens (baby spinach or spring mix)
• 0.5 cups Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cups Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cups Walnuts, toasted and chopped
• 0.25 cups Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cups Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.

Step 3

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, dried cranberries, feta cheese, toasted walnuts, and red onion slices.

Step 4

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Serve immediately as a side or light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(590.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1618.9

Total Fat 123.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 100mg	0%
Sodium 2076.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 76.4g
Protein 31.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 797.2mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 1282.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.5%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 24.8%