The unique taste of bitter greens is not always for everyone, but you can make them into quite a beautiful salad. In this Bitter Greens Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette from COLDCO Farm, throw in your favorite salad toppings like freshly shaved parmesan cheese, roasted pepitas, and sliced citrus fruits. These elements, combined with the tangy notes from the vinaigrette, create a burst of flavor in your mouth perfect for the winter months.
What Are Winter Greens Like in Our Bitter Greens Salad?
Winter greens refer to a variety of leafy green vegetables that thrive in colder temperatures These ingredients are readily available during the winter season and can provide a way to still get fresh produce even when it’s freezing outside. Some examples consist of kale, bitter greens, collard greens, Swiss chard, and mustard greens.

Bitter Greens Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette From COLDCO Farm
Description
While this bitter salad may not be for everyone, it’s a beautiful display of the complexity of vegetables and greens.
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 15–20 bitter greens leaves from COLDCO Farm
- 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan
- 1/4 cup roasted pepitas
- 1 orange, peeled and sliced
- 1 grapefruit, peeled and sliced
For the vinaigrette:
- 2 tbsp cranberry sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 shallot, minced
- 1/4 cup apple vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a Mason jar, add all vinaigrette ingredients and top with lid. Shake until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Arrange Bitter Greens Salad ingredients on a plate. Set aside.
- Drizzle dressing on top of salad and serve immediately.
Recipe and Styling by Anna Franklin
Photography by Dave Bryce
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