Rustic Dried Cherry Salad

Elevate your salad game with this delightful Rustic Dried Cherry Salad, a flavorful blend of sweet, savory, and tangy notes perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines six cups of fresh mixed greens with the tart chewiness of dried cherries, creamy crumbled goat cheese, and the buttery crunch of toasted pecans, creating a harmonious medley of textures. Thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle bite, beautifully balanced by a homemade balsamic vinaigrette featuring the richness of olive oil, a touch of honey, and Dijon mustard for depth. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this vibrant and rustic salad is ideal as a refreshing side dish or a light, satisfying entrée. Perfect for spring picnics, elegant dinners, or casual gatherings, this recipe bursts with wholesome ingredients and irresistible flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed greens
• 1 cup Dried cherries
• 0.5 cup Crumbled goat cheese
• 0.5 cup Toasted pecans
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, dried cherries, crumbled goat cheese, toasted pecans, and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 2

In a small bowl or jar with a lid, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 4

Serve immediately as a side dish or light entrée.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	709.1 grams (709.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1567

Total Fat 124.10g	159%
Saturated Fat 29.50g	148%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 68mg	23%
Sodium 1960mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 84.90g	31%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 70.00g
Protein 31.10g	62%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 384mg	30%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1146mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.6%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 21.5%