This salad features a mix of flavors and textures with the sweetness of cranberry-glazed walnuts, the freshness of oranges and avocados, and the creaminess of blue cheese. It's a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 2 oranges, peeled and diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- Mixed greens
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, balsamic vinegar, and honey. Cook over medium heat until cranberries burst and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- In a large salad bowl, toss mixed greens with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add glazed walnuts, oranges, avocado, and blue cheese to the salad bowl.
- Drizzle cranberry glaze on top and toss to combine.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cranberries are packed with antioxidants and are great for urinary tract health.
Walnuts are a good source of healthy fats and omega-3 fatty acids.
Blue cheese adds a creamy, tangy flavor to the salad.