Baby Lettuce Salad with Raspberries, Cranberries and Feta
Baby Lettuce Salad with Raspberries, Cranberries and Feta is a sweet and savory raspberry salad with cranberries, walnuts and feta, tossed in a red wine vinaigrette!
**This post was originally published in April 2013. The photos and recipe have been updated but the text remains the same.
I eat salad pretty much every single, solitary day. There aren’t too many days that I don’t crave one, and sometimes I even eat two.
I change up my salad routine often to keep things exciting. While I like traditional veggie salads that are packed with crunchy vegetables, salads like this raspberry salad recipe keep me from getting into a salad rut.
This raspberry salad is exciting because it’s crunchy, chewy, salty, and sweet. I’m a huge fan of sweet and savory recipes and this salad hits all of the marks.
There’s no denying the addicting blend of mixed baby lettuce with juicy fresh raspberries, tart chewy dried cranberries, salty feta and crunchy, toasted walnuts. chewy dried cranberries, salty feta cheese, and sweet, fresh raspberries.
Toss this baby lettuce salad in a tangy, mildly sweet red wine vinaigrette and it’s salad heaven.
When I make salad for my family, I generally customize it by the bowl depending on likes and dislikes. It’s a little bit of a pain but the important thing is getting my kids to eat their veggies.
This baby lettuce salad appeals to my kids too, so I can just make a nice big bowl, which is a total salad win.
It’s also great for entertaining — just be sure and double it!
I made a very simple dressing for this salad because I think the ingredients are very flavorful and stand on their own! If you’re pressed for time, store bought raspberry or balsamic vinaigrette would also work with this salad.
If you’re in a salad rut, it’s time to get out of it, and fast! This raspberry salad is fresh, delicious and just the thing to liven up your salad game. 🙂
More sweet and savory salad recipes:
- Broccoli Slaw Salad
- Fig Salad
- Very Berry Spinach Salad by Little Broken
- Persimmon Salad
- Strawberry Salad
- Summer Kale Salad
If you try this recipe I’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment and rating below, or tag me @flavorthemoments on Instagram!
Baby Lettuce Salad with Raspberries, Cranberries and Feta
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 5 ounces baby lettuce or spring mix
- 1 cup fresh raspberries washed and patted dry
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup walnut pieces
For the dressing:
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and cool.
- Place the lettuce, raspberries, cranberries and feta cheese in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Place the red wine vinegar, maple syrup, dijon mustard, olive oil, salt and pepper in a mason jar and cover tightly with a lid. Shake vigorously until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat. Top with the toasted walnuts, serve and enjoy!
Notes
- The salad is best eaten the day that it’s made.
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
19 Comments on “Baby Lettuce Salad with Raspberries, Cranberries and Feta”
Has anyone actually made this salad and reviewed? I am cautious about putting $$ into a meal without a review of someone who has actually eaten it…
Hi Karri — I’ve served this to many people and they love it. If you are a fan of the ingredients in the salad, then it’s probably something you’d enjoy.
Many thanks!
No problem!
You’re right, it’s so easy to get in a salad rut… this salad sounds like an awesome combo! You’re like my mom – she eats a salad every single evening. I love salad but sometimes I’m just not in the mood for one. But there’s no denying that it’s a great way to pack in a couple servings of veggies!
There are times when I’m not in the mood for one but it’s rare! 🙂 Thanks Nicole!
Thank you so much Puja and I hope you had a great weekend!
I eat salad at least once a day, and I’m always looking for new recipes to keep things interesting! This one is definitely going into rotation for the summer!
I’m so glad to hear it — thank you Leanne! 🙂
I crave salads almost every day and eat them a few times a week, too! I love switching them up, as they can sometimes get boring. This raspberry cranberry version looks wonderful, especially with that feta! Sounds perfect for the summer, or any time of the year, really!
Thanks Gayle! This definitely keeps salad eating interesting! 🙂
So fresh and summer-y the salad looks! I am loving that dressing. Oh and also u=your gorgeous shots!
Thank you so much for the sweet comment! 🙂
We are definitely kindred spirits when it comes to salad, Marcie!! This is something I could eat daily! Amazing photos my friend!
Next time I make salad you need to come over! 🙂
I go through phases where I eat salad every day (and sometimes 2x per day), especially when the weather warms up! This salad looks so fresh, inviting, and packed with all the texture goodies..I could definitely put this on repeat. And holy mackerel, these photos are absolutely gorgeous! xo
Yessss…in the warm weather all I want is salad! Thanks so much Julia!
I’m LOVING the sound of that dressing with mustard and raspberry vinegar. yum yum yum!! I’m glad someone else craves salad — sometimes I’ll be sitting around and just start craving lettuce. My BF said it was weird!
I’m the same way, and it’s not weird. We can’t help it if we crave roughage! lol