Christmas Cranberry Walnut Whole Wheat Dressing

A healthy and flavorful holiday stuffing made with nutty whole wheat bread, tart cranberries, and crunchy toasted walnuts. Seasoned with fresh sage and thyme, it provides a high-fiber and nutrient-dense alternative to traditional white-bread dressings. This savory and texturally rich side dish is the perfect accompaniment to roasted turkey or a vegetarian holiday roast.

Prep 9 minCook 26 minTotal 35 minUpdated Jul 3, 202635 min

A healthy and flavorful holiday stuffing made with nutty whole wheat bread, tart cranberries, and crunchy toasted walnuts. Seasoned with fresh sage and thyme, it provides a high-fiber and nutrient-dense alternative to traditional white-bread dressings. This savory and texturally rich side dish is the perfect accompaniment to roasted turkey or a vegetarian holiday roast.

Ingredients

  • 30 tbsp Olive oil
  • 28 tbsp Butter
  • 475 g Celery
  • 240 g Onion
  • 8 piece(s) Whole wheat bread
  • 30 cup Fresh parsley
  • 120 g Fresh mushrooms
  • 60 g Dried cranberries
  • 60 g Chopped walnuts
  • 5 tbsp Ground sage
  • 2.5 tsp Poultry seasoning
  • 1.2 tsp Rosemary
  • 5 tbsp Black pepper
  • 720 ml Low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Cut whole wheat bread into small pieces and spread on a baking sheet on the middle rack; bake at one hundred fifty degrees Celsius until the croutons are crisp and golden, then remove and set aside.
  2. Add olive oil and butter to a large skillet; heat over medium heat until the butter melts, then add celery and onion and sauté until softened.
  3. Add mushrooms, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, parsley, sage, poultry seasoning, rosemary, and black pepper; sauté until fragrant.
  4. Pour in all the low-sodium broth and stir to combine; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Remove from heat, add the croutons, and gently toss; cover and let stand until the bread absorbs the liquid.
  6. Uncover, fluff, and serve.

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