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Thanksgiving Salads

Thanksgiving Salads That Bring Fresh Flavor to Your Feast

Colorful Thanksgiving salads that provide balance and freshness to your feast, a perfect antidote to heavy holiday meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 bag Mixed Greens Spinach, arugula, or romaine recommended
For Crunch
  • 1 cup Nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans) Toasted for added flavor
For Sweetness and Acidity
  • 1 cup Fruits (e.g., pomegranate seeds, apples) Fresh fruits preferred
For Creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Cheese (e.g., feta or goat cheese) Crumbled
For Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Dressing (e.g., vinaigrette) Homemade is recommended

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thanksgiving Salads
  1. Prepare your mixed greens by rinsing and drying them thoroughly using a salad spinner.
  2. Toast your choice of nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Prepare the fruits by dicing apples or scooping pomegranate seeds, and set them aside.
  4. Combine the toasted nuts, prepared fruits, and crumbled cheese with the mixed greens in a large bowl.
  5. Drizzle the homemade vinaigrette over the combined ingredients and gently toss to coat.
  6. Serve immediately to maintain freshness and crunchiness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Combine salad ingredients just before serving for best texture and flavor; enjoy with your holiday feast.

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