Tuscan Cranberry-Almond Salad

By Hklbrries

Ingredients

• 10 cups spring mix or mesclun greens
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 1/2 cup veggie bacon bits
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 medium Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped
• 1/2 to 1 cup crumbled feta cheese or shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 (.7 ounce) package 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

Pour salad greens in a large bowl. Add carrots, onion, almonds, veggie bacon bits, dried cranberries and apple; sprinkle with cheese.

Prepare dressing according to package instructions using balsamic vinegar, olive oil and water. Toss before serving and pass salad dressing at the table.