Cranberry Caramel Salad With Thyme Mayo Dressing

Name: Cranberry Caramel Salad With Thyme Mayo Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (9 ounce) package salad greens; ¾ cup cranberries, halved; 1 cup pecans; ½ cup sugar; ⅛ cup vegan margarine (Earth Balance is my favorite brand); 34 onion; 1 tablespoon olive oil; ⅓ cup vegan mayonnaise (available at co-ops and health food stores, my favorite brand is Nayonaise); ⅛ cup rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon thyme; 1 ½ teaspoons garlic, minced very fine; 116 cup olive oil; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 (9 ounce) package salad greens
¾ cup cranberries, halved
1 cup pecans
½ cup sugar
⅛ cup vegan margarine (Earth Balance is my favorite brand)
34 onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
⅓ cup vegan mayonnaise (available at co-ops and health food stores, my favorite brand is Nayonaise)
⅛ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon thyme
1 ½ teaspoons garlic, minced very fine
116 cup olive oil
salt and pepper

1
For the Salad:.
2
In a large wok or skillet, saute onions and oil on medium low heat until onions become translucent.
3
Add cranberries, saute for 2 minutes
4
Add pecans, vegan margarine and sugar, and saute until sugar becomes bubbly and gooey, stirring frequently.
5
Toss contents of pan into salad greens along with Thyme Mayo Dressing (see below).
6
For the Dressing:.
7
Put all ingredients in a large jar.
8
Close cap tightly and shake vigorously for 3-5 sec.
9
Toss in only enough to lightly coat salad; refrigerate the remainder for up to 2 weeks.

62329

kcal

Calories

6998

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (9 ounce) package salad greens, ¾ cup cranberries, halved, 1 cup pecans, ½ cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Caramel Salad With Thyme Mayo Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!