How to Make Cornucopia Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to fresh and vibrant salads, the Cornucopia Salad recipe is a true winner. This delightful dish is a combination of crisp greens, juicy fruits, and crunchy nuts—all mixed together to create a burst of flavors and textures. The name "Cornucopia" is aptly chosen as this salad is truly a horn of plenty, filled with an abundance of delicious ingredients.

What makes the Cornucopia Salad stand out is its unique combination of ingredients. The base of the salad is typically a m...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 head red leaf lettuce, torn
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1 Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped
  • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and chopped
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place the almonds and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a small skillet over medium-low heat, and cook and stir until the sugar melts and the almonds brown, watching carefully to avoid burning. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • In a large salad bowl, mix the lettuce, green onions, apple, avocado, dried cranberries, blue cheese, and cooked almonds.
  • Whisk together the vinegar, 2 teaspoons of sugar, and salt and pepper in a bowl, and stir in the vegetable oil. Pour the dressing over the salad, and gently toss to combine.
  • Nutrition

    181 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 72mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 257mg