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Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad

Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad: Quick, Crunchy, and Zesty Delight

A vibrant, flavorful salad with sweet cranberries and crunchy nuts, inspired by Ina Garten, perfect for quick meals or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens Any green of choice, such as spinach or arugula.
  • 1 cup Granny Smith Apple Any tart apple variety can be used.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Unsweetened dried fruit can be used for a healthier option.
  • ½ cup Toasted Walnuts or Pecans Almonds can be used instead for a different flavor.
  • ½ cup Blue Cheese or Gorgonzola Goat cheese for a milder taste.
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed is preferred; bottled juice can be used.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Honey Agave syrup can be used as a substitute.
  • ½ tsp Kosher Salt
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper
  • ½ cup Olive Oil

Equipment

  • Large salad bowl
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and drying the mixed salad greens to retain their crispness. In a large salad bowl, combine the greens with diced Granny Smith apples.
  2. Add a generous handful of dried cranberries and your choice of toasted walnuts or pecans for added texture. Lastly, sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over the top.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar until fully blended.
  4. Incorporate 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard and 1 tablespoon of honey, whisking until smooth. Gradually drizzle in ½ cup of olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing.
  5. Season with ½ teaspoon of kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper for flavor. Just before serving, pour the vibrant dressing over the prepared salad ingredients.
  6. Gently toss the salad until all components are evenly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the crunch and freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare salad ingredients separately and combine just before serving to maintain crunch. For meal prep, store components in airtight containers without dressing for up to 2 days.

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