Best 4 Almond Crunch Salad Recipes

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a flavor explosion? Look no further than the almond crunch salad! This delightful dish combines the crunch of toasted almonds, the sweetness of dried fruit, and the tanginess of a zesty dressing to create a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. So, let's embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of crafting the perfect almond crunch salad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE ALMOND CRUNCH SALAD



Apple Almond Crunch Salad image

This easy-to-assemble salad combines the great crunch of apples and almonds with the sweetness of golden raisins and the unique texture of feta cheese. The tanginess of the raspberry dressing works really well with the crispy ingredients.

Provided by SKETTYMAKER

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens
½ cup slivered almonds
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cup tart apple, cored and chopped
¼ cup sliced red onion
¼ cup golden raisins
1 cup raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the salad greens, almonds, feta cheese, apple, red onion and raisins. Toss to blend. Apply salad dressing to individual servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 610.2 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

BLACKBERRY ALMOND CRUNCH SALAD



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A quick and delicious salad with blackberries, crunchy sweet almonds, and low-fat feta cheese.

Provided by kapalua

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 22m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 serving cooking spray
½ cup toasted unsalted almonds
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 pint fresh blackberries
½ cup crumbled low-fat feta cheese
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Crush almonds into smaller pieces with a mortar and pestle or with a rolling pin.
  • Spread almonds in a single layer in a large skillet over high heat. Add corn syrup; cook, stirring gently to prevent almonds from clumping together, until corn syrup coats almonds, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread almonds on the prepared baking sheet. Cool until hardened and set.
  • Toss lettuce, blackberries, and feta cheese together in a large bowl.
  • Pour lemon juice into a small bowl. Drizzle in olive oil, whisking constantly until blended into the lemon juice. Whisk sesame oil into the dressing.
  • Break up cooled almonds and add to the salad. Mix dressing into the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 425.2 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

APPLE ALMOND CRUNCH SALAD



APPLE ALMOND CRUNCH SALAD image

Categories     Fruit     Cheese     Apple     Nut     Leafy Green     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (10 ounce) mixed salad greens
1/2 cup almonds, slivered
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup tart apple, cored and chopped
1/4 cup red onion, sliced
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 cup raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the salad greens, almonds, feta cheese, apple, red onion and raisins. Toss to blend.
  • Apply salad dressing to individual servings.

ORANGE/ALMOND CRUNCH SALAD



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Categories     Citrus     Leafy Green     Side     Freeze/Chill     Quick & Easy

Yield 8 SERVINGS

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 C. SLICED ALMONDS
3 TBLS. SUGAR
6 C. TORN ROMAINE LETTUCE
1 CAN (11 OZ.) MANDARIN ORANGES,
DRAINED
3/4 C. SLICED CELERY
3 GREEN ONIONS, SLICED
DRESSING:
1/2 C. CANOLA OIL
1/4 C. VINEGAR
3 TBLS. SUGAR
1/2 TSP. SALT
1/2 TSP. GROUND MUSTARD
1/4 TSP. GARLIC POWDER

Steps:

  • IN A SMALL SAUCEPAN OVER MEDIUM HEAT, COOK AND STIR ALMONDS AND SUGAR UNTIL ALMONDS ARE COATED AND LIGHTLY BROWNED, ABOUT 3 MINUTES. SPREAD THE ALMONDS ON FOIL TO COOL; GENTLY BREAK APART. IN A LARGE SALAD BOWL, COMBINE ROMAINE, DRAINED ORANGES, CELERY AND ONIONS. TOP WITH ALMONDS. IN A JAR WITH TIGHT FITTING LED, COMBINE THE DRESSING INGREDIENTS; SHAKE WELL. POUR OVER THE SALAD AND TOSS GENTLY.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
  • Choose a variety of vegetables to add color and flavor to the salad.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables, or they will become mushy.
  • To make the almond crunch topping, use a food processor to finely chop the almonds.
  • You can also use a rolling pin to crush the almonds.
  • If you don't have a food processor or rolling pin, you can buy pre-chopped almonds.
  • Be sure to toast the almonds before adding them to the salad.
  • This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • You can use any type of dressing you like with this salad.
  • A simple vinaigrette is a good choice, or you can use a store-bought dressing.
  • Serve the salad immediately after assembling it.
  • This will prevent the vegetables from wilting.

Conclusion:

Almond crunch salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is made with fresh, crisp vegetables, a crunchy almond topping, and a flavorful dressing. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing salad, give almond crunch salad a try.

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