Best 6 Autumn Tossed Salad Recipes

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As the days get cooler and the leaves begin to fall, it's time to start thinking about autumn-inspired dishes. One of the best ways to enjoy the flavors of the season is with a delicious autumn tossed salad. With its vibrant colors, crisp textures, and sweet and savory flavors, an autumn tossed salad is a perfect way to celebrate the changing seasons. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a hearty side dish, there's an autumn tossed salad recipe out there for everyone.

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10 BEST AUTUMN SALADS (+ EASY MENU)



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These autumn salad recipes will put you in the spirit of the season. From kale to crunchy pasta to fall harvest, these salads are as good as it gets!

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 10

Autumn Chopped Chicken Salad
Autumn Fruit Salad
Autumn Kale Salad with Fennel, Honeycrisp, and Goat Cheese
Autumn Crunch Pasta Salad
Autumn Glow Salad
Autumn Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Maple Cider Vinaigrette
Autumn Apple Salad
Fall Harvest Spinach Salad
Autumn Pear Salad with Candied Walnuts and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Autumn Pearl Couscous Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep an autumn salad in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

AUTUMN TOSSED SALAD



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"When you take this wonderful salad to a holiday gathering or serve it at home, you will get rave reviews and many requests for the recipe," predicts field editor Edie DeSpain of Logan, Utah.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 bunch romaine, torn
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup unsalted cashews
1 medium apple, chopped
1 medium pear, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the lemon juice, sugar, onion, mustard and salt. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Transfer to a small pitcher or bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled., In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, cashews, apple, pear and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 24g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

YOUR BASIC TOSSED SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 11m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 hearts romaine lettuce
2 small plum tomatoes, diced
1 Kirby cucumber or 1/4 European seedless cucumber, diced
1 small yellow onion or 1/2 red onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and shredded
1/4 cup (a couple of glugs) extra-virgin olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons (a couple of splashes) red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Place salad greens in a salad bowl and top with tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and carrot. Place oil, vinegar and sugar in a small plastic container. Put the lid on the container and shake dressing until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Pour dressing over salad. Season salad with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.

CLASSIC TOSSED SALAD



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This is a delicious salad that goes great with any meal, especially Italian!

Provided by Toni Bankson

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup blanched slivered almonds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 head red leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
6 fresh mushrooms, sliced
ΒΌ cup grated Romano cheese
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the almonds in the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently until lightly browned. When the almonds are beginning to turn, add sesame seeds, and cook 1 more minute, or until seeds are toasted.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce with feta cheese, olives, almonds, sesame seeds, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, and Romano cheese. When ready to serve, toss with Italian dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 19.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 639 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

AUTUMN SPINACH SALAD



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For a company-special dish, whip up this simple homemade dressing the night before and toss with autumn salad just before serving. -Greta Igl, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 medium pear, sliced
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 13g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

AUTUMN TOSSED SALAD



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Make and share this Autumn Tossed Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1 bunch romaine lettuce, torn
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
1 cup unsalted cashews
1 medium apple, chopped
1 medium pear, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the lemon juice, sugar, onion, mustard and salt.
  • While processing; gradually add oil in a steady stream.
  • Stir in poppy seeds.
  • Transfer to a small pitcher or bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, cashews, apple, pear and cranberries.
  • Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.3, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 9.9, Sodium 150.6, Carbohydrate 22.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 15.2, Protein 6.3

Tips

  • To save time, you can use pre-cut salad mix or bagged salad greens.
  • You can use any type of nuts or seeds that you like in this salad. Some good options include walnuts, almonds, pecans, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds.
  • If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute another type of vinegar, such as red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • To make the vinaigrette, simply whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • To assemble the salad, simply toss the salad greens, apples, nuts, and cheese together in a large bowl. Then, drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Serve the salad immediately.

Conclusion

Autumn Tossed Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover apples and nuts. With its colorful mix of ingredients and flavorful vinaigrette, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad recipe, give Autumn Tossed Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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