Fruit Infused Thanksgiving Salad

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Fruit Infused Thanksgiving Salad

This is a simple but flavorful salad that packs a refreshing bite. The fruit infused Thanksgiving salad will be a great addition to your holiday dinner. Follow this easy recipe and create a wonderful side dish or starter.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Oh, we absolutely love the fruit-infused Thanksgiving salad recipe! Here are our top 5 reasons why you should make it for your holiday dinner:

1. Bursting with Flavor: The combination of fresh fruits like apples, pears, and cranberries adds a sweet and tangy flavor profile to this salad. The citrus vinaigrette dressing ties all the flavors together for a refreshing and delicious bite.

2. Colorful and Festive: The vibrant colors of the fruits make this salad a visually appealing addition to your Thanksgiving table. The red cranberries, green apples, and golden pears create a beautiful contrast that will impress your guests.

3. Light and Refreshing: With all the heavy and rich dishes typically served at Thanksgiving dinner, this fruit-infused salad provides a light and refreshing option. It's a great palate cleanser between bites of turkey and stuffing.

4. Easy to Prepare: This recipe is incredibly simple and quick to put together. All you need to do is chop up the fruits, mix the dressing, and toss everything together. It's a stress-free side dish that won't keep you tied up in the kitchen.

5. Versatile and Customizable: Feel free to get creative with the ingredients in this salad. Add your favorite nuts, cheese, or even a pop of mint for extra flavor. You can make it your own and tailor it to your personal taste preferences.

We hope you give this fruit-infused Thanksgiving salad a try and enjoy its delicious and festive qualities. Happy cooking!

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces arugula and baby field greens
  • 10 ounces roasted corn (2 ears of corn)
  • 10 ounces golden raisins
  • 10 ounces sliced apples
  • 10 ounces dried cranberries
  • 5 ounces walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Dressing:
  • 1 lemon
  • 10 ounces olive oil (2 ounces recommended per serving)

Instructions

How to Roast Your Own Corn:

  1. Using a sharp knife, slice the corn kernels off the raw cobs.
     
  2. In a sauté pan, heat up 1 tablespoon of butter, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and minced garlic- stir constantly for 20 seconds.
     
  3. Add the corn and stir occasionally until tender, turning golden brown- about 5 minutes.
     
  4. Remove excess oil, and set aside to cool.

Preparing the Salad:

  1. Place prewashed arugula and baby field greens in large serving bowl.
     
  2. Toss in roasted corn, golden raisins, sliced apples, dried cranberries- toss all together.
     
  3. Toss walnuts on top of salad.
     
  4. Sprinkle in desired about of crumbled goat cheese.

Preparing the Dressing:

  1. Cut lemon in hlaf lengthwise.
     
  2. Deseed the lemon.
     
  3. Sqeeze lemon juice into small mixing bowl.
     
  4. Mix in oliveoil and whisk.

Toss the Salad:

  1. When ready to serve toss the dressing into the salad, sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper if desired.

 

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