Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad Recipe, a delightful combination of crisp apples, sweet dried cranberries, and toasted nuts tossed in a zesty citrus dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a summer picnic, enjoying a holiday gathering, or looking for a healthy side dish to elevate your dinner table. In just 15 minutes, you can create a colorful and nutritious masterpiece that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 large Granny Smith apple, diced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or Gorgonzola
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Whisk together orange juice, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, pepper, and olive oil until emulsified.
- Toast walnuts or pecans in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant; let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, diced apple, cranberries, nuts, and cheese.
- Drizzle dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg