Tuscan Cranberry Almond Salad

By grandma_111605

Vicki made this pretty, flavorful salad for her faculty Christmas party. She found the recipe in a newspaper supplement called American Profile, a great source for delicious recipes! Reader Nancy Rens of Prescott, AZ submitted it.

Ingredients

• 10 cups salad greens
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 1/2 cup bacon bits
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 medium Granny Smith apple, cored & chopped
• 1/2 to 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 (o.7 oz.) pkg. dry Italian dressing mix
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 Tbsp. water

Details

Servings 10
Adapted from AmericanProfile.com

Preparation

Step 1

Place washed salad greens in a large bowl. Layer carrots, onion rings, almonds, bacon bits, dried cranberries, apple, and cheese on top. Prepare dressing according to package instructions, using balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and water. Toss salad beforer serving and pass salad dressing at the table.