Spinach Salad With Cranberries and Walnuts

Perfect for fall and winter holiday meals.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 10-12

Ingredients

• Salad

• 1  lb fresh spinach, washed, stems removed, and torn into bite-sized pieces
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped walnuts
• 3⁄4 cup dried cranberries (craisins)

• Dressing

• 2⁄3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄3 cup  balsamic vinegar
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 3⁄4 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a serving bowl, toss together the salad ingredients.
2. In a jar with a tight fitting lid, shake together the dressing ingredients until well blended.
3. Dress the salad and serve.