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Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad

Refreshing Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad for Quick Healthy Meals

Discover the vibrant flavors of Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad, a delightful mix of crisp apples and sweet cranberries.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens Use baby spinach or arugula for variety
  • 1 medium Granny Smith Apple Can substitute with Fuji apple
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Substitute with raisins or chopped dates
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Walnuts or Pecans Almonds can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Blue Cheese or Gorgonzola Goat cheese can be used for a milder taste
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Fresh or bottled with no added sugars
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative
  • to taste Kosher Salt & Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin for best flavor

Equipment

  • Salad spinner
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad
  1. Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh greens with diced Granny Smith apple, dried cranberries, and toasted walnuts or pecans.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Add a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper.
  3. Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with crumbled blue cheese or Gorgonzola if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, serve fresh and dress just before serving. Wash greens thoroughly to prevent sogginess.

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