Apple-Cranberry Salad With Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette

Submitted by Bev I Am

"This delicious salad comes from Cook's Illustrated Magazine. This colorful salad makes a beautiful addition to any holiday table. Raisins make a suitable substitute for the dried cranberries."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 granny smith apples, halved, cored, and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
• 1 medium lemon (zested to yield 1/2 teaspoon zest, juiced to yield 2 tablespoons juice)
• 3 tablespoons canola oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste
• 1 large celery rib, sliced thin crosswise
• 3 tablespoons dried cranberries (Craisins)
• 1⁄4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped coarsely
• 1 head boston lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed, and dried

directions

1. Toss apples in 1 tablespoon lemon juice in medium bowl; set aside.
2. In small bowl, add remaining tablespoon lemon juice and zest; whisk in oil, then cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Add celery, cranberries, and walnuts to apples. Drizzle dressing over fruit mixture; toss to coat.
4. Place a large leaf or two of lettuce onto each plate.
5. Spoon portion of salad onto each bed of lettuce and serve immediately.

Reviews

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Waldorf-type salads are a favorite of mine, so I knew I would like this one. The Craisins were an interesting addition, and while I think I'd like it just as well without them, they do make a salad that is colorful and would be well suited to a holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas. But oh, the dressing is simply heavenly--it's a great idea to include the lemon zest as well as lemon juice. Thanks for a treat, Bev@