#ThanksgivingSalad

[forkfulofflavor]

Fall Harvest Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette Ingredients: For the Salad: 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced 1/2 tbsp olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 2/3 cup (120 g) raw quinoa 1 cup (240 ml) water 2 cups (130 g) chopped kale leaves 2 small apples, cored and sliced or diced Toppings: 1/4 cup (30 g) dried cranberries 1/4 cup (30 g) pecans, roughly chopped 1/3 cup (50 g) crumbled feta cheese (reduced-fat if preferred) 1 1/2 tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds For the Apple Cider Vinaigrette: 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 3/4 tbsp honey or maple syrup 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard 1 garlic clove, minced Salt and ground black pepper, to taste Directions: Roast the Butternut Squash: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender. Remove from oven and let cool. Cook the Quinoa: Rinse and drain quinoa. In a small saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until fluffy and water is absorbed. Let cool. Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl (or shake in a mason jar) until well combined. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Massage the Kale: Place kale in a large bowl and pour half of the vinaigrette over it. Gently massage the dressing into the kale for 30 seconds until softened. Assemble the Salad: Add cooked quinoa, roasted butternut squash, and apples to the kale. Toss to combine. Divide salad among plates, then top with cranberries, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and feta cheese. Drizzle remaining vinaigrette over the top, and serve. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 3 servings This Fall Harvest Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette brings the best of autumn’s bounty in a colorful, nutrient-rich dish. The salad combines roasted butternut squash, fluffy quinoa, crisp apples, and tender kale, all topped with a sweet and tangy apple cider vinaigrette. Finished with dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and crumbled feta, this salad is both delicious and visually stunning. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any fall meal, this salad is as satisfying as it is wholesome. The vinaigrette adds a bright, fresh flavor that complements the earthy squash and nutty quinoa, while the combination of textures keeps every bite interesting. Perfect for gatherings, this vibrant harvest salad is a celebration of the season.

[diabetesinsider]

Cucumber Bell Pepper Salad

With the orange, green, red, and yellow peppers, this salad brings color to your holiday table as well as furthering healthy eating goals.  It’s just a chopped salad, toss together and serve or make ahead to set out at the last minute as she comes or on a bed of greens with the oil and vinegar acting as dressing.  Great as a pass around the table dish or buffet style - however you serve it up.  See what you think...

2 cucumbers, peeled, quartered, sliced thick

1 red onion, chopped

4 bell peppers - red, orange, green, yellow - seeded, chopped

1 doz. radishes sliced into coins

1/4 c. oil

1/4 c. red wine vinegar

1 t. kosher salt

1/2 t. ground black pepper

In a large bowl, toss together all ingredients until well coated.  That’s it...believe it or not this feeds a crowd and adds a crunch with bright flavor to holiday meals.

When I’m not hosting family gatherings, I’m sewing cotton pocket holiday aprons for my online shops - www.etsy.com/shop/topdrawerthreads , www.amazon.com/handmade/topdrawerthreads .

Or I’m putting the finishing touches on hand knit and crocheted items worked by me from upcycled recycled yarns for my other shop - www.etsy.com/shop/topdraweryarns . 

My daughter’s have an online shop - www.etsy.com/shop/yesdeisngs - where they design and sew cotton pocket knickers to wear for fun and frolic.

My older daughter has an online shop - www.etsy.com/shop/wildwovenwomen - where she knits upcycled recycled yarns into warm winter scarves and afghans to cuddle up into.

[thefreecloset]

If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to add a healthy touch to your Thanksgiving menu, look no further than these hearty salads from the Food Network. Loaded with seasonal favorites like juicy butternut squash, refreshing pears and crisp apples,

[worldlibertytv]

Beets salad w home made sauce thanks giving salad see more in world liberty tv food and wine channel @ www.worldlibertytv.org #Beatsalad #Healthysalad #Thanksgivingsalad #worldlibertyrvfoodandwineblog https://www.instagram.com/p/BqgExtthFdp/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=xfh68aa2w0o7

[myrealdish]

Still using these roasted cranberries and pecans! They are fabulous in a salad! Here's what I did: *3/4 cup roasted cranberries and pecans *5 cups Spring mix *2 green apples sliced *Sunflower seeds (1/2 cup) - i did the salted raw @superseedzofficial *Organicville White balsamic (by @skyvalleyfoods) - - - #thanksgivingsalad #thanksgivingfood #plantbased #plantbaseddiet #allergyfriendly #foodie #foodblogger #veganfollow #glutenfreefollowme #paleo #glutenfree #stlblogger #veganthanksgiving #veganthanksgivingrecipes #prettysalad https://www.instagram.com/p/BqdrFNSl8He/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1gkhfcka7k5g6

[drgundry-blog]

Click here for more healthy thanksgiving recipes.

[damgoodfood-blog]

Homemade Hard Cider Vinaigrette

This week on DAM Good Drinks we are going to show you how to repurpose your favorite hard cider as a salad dressing! I love making homemade salad dressings and I think they make a great impression on any guest. I still have not mastered a ranch that I prefer over Hidden Valley Ranch but one day with lots of love and practice I will create my perfect recipe. Last week we reviewed Golden State…

[lebouffe]

Tossed Cranberry Salad- a refreshing salad that's perfect for Thanksgiving! The dressing is scrumptious! #thanksgivingsalad #thanksgiving #holidayside #holidaysalad #cranberry #pear #cheddar http://lebouffe.com https://ift.tt/1Y1GQXx

[jovialangeldefendor]

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad with Cranberries, Caramelized Pecans and Goat Cheese with the most incredible CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE belongs on your table this Thanksgiving and all Autumn long! This is one of my favorite salads EVER and is the perfect STRESS FREE make ahead side!!! #thanksgivingsalad #butternutsquash #salad #cranberry

[iamsaranghi]

My HAPPY THANKSGIVING purple kale salad. It's more like a summer salad but healthy is good for any season! Today's kale salad: #organic deep purple kale, pineapple, avocado, red onion, with homemade dressing lime, sea salt , cracked pepper and maple syrup. #wholefoods #health #nutrition #healingwithwholefoods #wearewhatweeat #fountainofyouth #thanksgivingsalad

[lebouffe]

Tossed Cranberry Salad- a refreshing salad that's perfect for Thanksgiving! The dressing is scrumptious! #thanksgivingsalad #thanksgiving #holidayside #holidaysalad #cranberry #pear #cheddar http://lebouffe.com https://ift.tt/1Y1GQXx

[lebouffe]

Tossed Cranberry Salad- a refreshing salad that's perfect for Thanksgiving! The dressing is scrumptious! #thanksgivingsalad #thanksgiving #holidayside #holidaysalad #cranberry #pear #cheddar http://lebouffe.com https://ift.tt/1Y1GQXx

[lebouffe]

Tossed Cranberry Salad- a refreshing salad that's perfect for Thanksgiving! The dressing is scrumptious! #thanksgivingsalad #thanksgiving #holidayside #holidaysalad #cranberry #pear #cheddar http://lebouffe.com https://ift.tt/1Y1GQXx

[lebouffe]

Tossed Cranberry Salad- a refreshing salad that's perfect for Thanksgiving! The dressing is scrumptious! #thanksgivingsalad #thanksgiving #holidayside #holidaysalad #cranberry #pear #cheddar http://lebouffe.com https://ift.tt/1Y1GQXx

[lebouffe]

Tossed Cranberry Salad- a refreshing salad that's perfect for Thanksgiving! The dressing is scrumptious! #thanksgivingsalad #thanksgiving #holidayside #holidaysalad #cranberry #pear #cheddar http://lebouffe.com https://ift.tt/1Y1GQXx