This stunning salad takes the classic potluck favorite and gives it a holiday makeover. With crisp apples, tangy cranberries, savory bacon, and a creamy maple dressing, it’s a show-stopping side dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. The best part? You can assemble it ahead of time, making your holiday entertaining effortless.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
5 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
1 large red onion, finely chopped
2 cups chopped apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
2 cups dried cranberries, roughly chopped
6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola or blue cheese
For the Candied Walnuts:
1 cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon butter
For the Maple Dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
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