I call this “fall salad” but we have it any time of the year. It’s one of my favorite salads. I have to admit, salads are one of my most favorite things in the world. All kinds of them. We always had a gigantic garden every year when I was growing up, and we canned alot, but we also had tons of fresh veggies all summer. I think we had tomatoes every night with dinner. Sliced thick, raw, sprinkled with salt & pepper….it never gets old. Although now I do like to sprinkle them with chiffonade of fresh basil. And if I’m feeling fancy schmany a little olive oil and balsamic vinegar. yum.. But I have to fill my raw vegetable cravings with salads and such when the tomatoes are out of season and taste like air from the store. We make this dish alot for a side dish when company comes over, everyone always seems to love it. I did not give amounts, just trust your own judgment on what you like. And be sure to use the Onion Salad Dressing on it. It’s perfect together.
FALL SALAD
Romaine lettuce (tear, don’t chop-it won’t brown as much)
Red onion, very thinly sliced
Apple or Pear, sliced
Dried Cranberries, chopped or left whole (Store in the freezer for longer life)
Toasted Walnuts, chopped
Toss lettuce with onion, pear, and dressing. Sprinkle walnuts and cranberries on top.
Ingredients
- Romaine lettuce (tear, don't chop-it won't brown as much)
- Red onion, very thinly sliced
- Apple or Pear, sliced
- Dried Cranberries, chopped or left whole (Store in the freezer for longer life)
- Toasted Walnuts, chopped
ONION SALAD DRESSING
- 1 medium white onion, diced
- 1 cup sugar or honey (I even do half and half sometimes)
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp celery seed
- 2 cups canola oil
- 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Make the dressing: Mix well in blender. Store in jar or covered container in fridge. Shake or stir before using.
- Make the salad: Toss lettuce with onion, pear, and dressing. Sprinkle walnuts and cranberries on top.
