Craisin and Feta Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette

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~My Current Favorite~
I like this salad because it's simple, has only a few ingredients, goes together quickly, and packs a healthy punch.

Fresh Green and Red Leaf Lettuce,
torn into pieces
Fresh Spinach, torn into pieces
Craisins
Red Onion, thin sliced
Walnuts, Pecans, or Sliced Almonds
Feta Cheese Crumbles
Vinaigrette:
2/3 cup olive oil
½ cup sugar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup white vinegar
Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake to dissolve sugar. Drizzle over salad. Store leftovers in the fridge.

~Be Blessed!~

Comments

  1. Betsy BrockMay 31, 2012 at 8:41 AM

    yum! This reminds me of those pear salads I made at Thanksgiving...feta, craisins, nuts and vinaigrette just go so well together!

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  2. PamMay 31, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    I love using feta and craisins together in salads. This looks really delicious.

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  3. Serenity CoveJune 1, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    This is one of my favorites too... It's delicious! Sometimes I toast some ramen noodles and pecans together in butter for a crunchy topping.

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  4. UnknownJune 3, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    I'm with you - I love this kind of salad with a sweet tangy dressing, sounds delish!

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  5. Jill from Killeny GlenJune 5, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    OH how I love a salad like this...delicious and filling too! I am thinking we must have this tonight! Hoping I have Feta in the fridge! YUM!

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