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Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad Recipe

Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad Recipe

Enjoy this Ina Garten Cape Cod Salad Recipe – a quick and refreshing dish featuring crisp apples and tangy cranberries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 Mixed Salad Greens Forms the base, adding volume and texture for your Cape Cod Salad.
  • 1 large Granny Smith Apple Crisp and tart, it brings a refreshing crunch to each bite.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Adds a delightful sweetness that balances the salad's flavors.
  • ¼ cup Toasted Walnuts or Pecans These contribute a satisfying crunch and nutty richness.
  • ¼ cup Blue Cheese or Gorgonzola Offers a bold flavor; goat cheese is a great milder alternative.
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Orange Juice Fresh juice provides a bright, citrusy base for the dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Amplifies the tanginess to elevate the dressing's flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Brings additional acidity, making the dressing perfectly balanced.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Gives the dressing depth with a hint of spice.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Sweetens the dressing naturally, adjust to your preferred level of sweetness.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning the salad and dressing.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning the salad and dressing.
  • ⅓ cup Olive Oil Creates an emulsion for the dressing while adding richness.

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Salad Preparation
  1. Wash and dry your mixed salad greens in a salad spinner.
  2. Chop a Granny Smith apple into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on for extra crunch.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the greens, apple pieces, dried cranberries, and toasted walnuts or pecans.
  4. Crumble blue cheese or gorgonzola over the top.
Dressing Preparation
  1. Whisk together orange juice and lemon juice until well combined.
  2. Add apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey; season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  3. While whisking, slowly drizzle in olive oil to emulsify the dressing until smooth and slightly thickened.
Combine and Serve
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
  2. Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep the dressing separate until just before serving to ensure everything stays fresh and crisp.

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