Cranberry and Pecan Salad Fresh Greens with Dried Cranberries, Toasted Pecans, and Tangy Balsamic Vinaigrette Ingredients: 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., baby spinach, arugula, romaine) 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 crisp apple (e.g., Honeycrisp), thinly sliced For the Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon honey Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cranberries, pecans, red onion, and apple slices. Drizzle with the prepared dressing and toss gently to coat. Top with crumbled goat cheese or feta. Serve immediately for maximum freshness and crunch. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 240 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #cranberrysalad #pecansalad #holidayrecipes #wintersalad #saladwithfruit #balsamicvinaigrette #easygreens #goatcheeselove #fresheats #healthyrecipes #lightlunchideas #fallflavors #applepecansalad #simpleandfresh #seasonaleating #veggielovers #quicklunchideas #superfoodsalad #fruitandnutcombo #crunchysalad Crisp greens + sweet cranberries + toasted pecans = salad perfection This 10-minute dish is fresh, festive, and full of flavor!

Crab Salad Creamy Crab Salad with Fresh Herbs and Lemon Zest Ingredients: 1 lb imitation crab meat (or real crab, if preferred), shredded or chopped 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon sour cream 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 2 celery stalks, finely diced 2 green onions, sliced 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped Salt and black pepper to taste Optional: 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning Butter lettuce leaves or crackers for serving Directions: In a large bowl, combine crab meat, celery, green onions, dill, and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning (if using). Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled, on a bed of lettuce, with crackers, or as a sandwich filling. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #crabsalad #seafoodsalad #freshlunch #quickmeals #coastalcooking #imitationcrab #realcrabmeat #seafoodrecipes #lightlunch #easyentertaining #summereats #herbsalad #lemonflavors #coldseafood #mealprepideas #lowcarbseafood #crablover #simpleandfresh #proteinpacked #picnicready This creamy Crab Salad is bursting with fresh herbs, tangy lemon, and savory seafood flavor 🦀🍋 Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or just by the spoonful!