Best 7 Baby Greens With Balsamic Roasted Turnips And Walnuts Recipes

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Baby greens with balsamic roasted turnips and walnuts is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The sweetness of the roasted turnips pairs perfectly with the peppery flavor of the baby greens, while the walnuts add a touch of crunch and richness. This dish is also very easy to make, and it can be ready in just 30 minutes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BABY GREENS WITH BALSAMIC-ROASTED TURNIPS AND WALNUTS



Baby Greens With Balsamic-Roasted Turnips and Walnuts image

In spring I welcome tender raw turnips into my salads, but I use another approach in the winter. I took some medium-size turnips that had been lingering in my crisper for some weeks, tossed them with balsamic vinegar and olive oil and roasted them. They would make a fine side dish, but I had a salad in mind. I paired the roasted turnips with tender baby greens, walnuts and blue cheese. I have served the turnips warm with the salad and also after they cooled; I liked them best warm.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound turnips (3 medium), peeled and cut in wedges (about 1/2 inch wide at widest part)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 very small garlic clove, puréed
1 tablespoon walnut oil
5 cups baby salad greens (about 4 ounces)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1 ounce blue cheese, crumbled (1/4 cup)
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs such as tarragon, parsley, chives

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment. In a large bowl whisk together balsamic vinegar with sugar and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Toss with turnips until turnips are thoroughly coated. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to parchment-covered baking sheet, dousing turnips with any liquid left in bowl. Spread turnips in an even layer and place in oven. Roast 10 minutes, then use tongs to flip wedges over and roast for another 10 to 15 minutes, until tender and nicely colored. Remove from heat.
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup whisk together sherry vinegar, mustard, garlic and salt to taste. Whisk in remaining olive oil and walnut oil. If any liquid remains on baking sheet, tip into dressing.
  • Combine greens, walnuts, blue cheese and fresh herbs in a salad bowl. Turnips can be tossed with greens or spooned on top or on the side. Toss greens mixture with dressing and turnips if tossing turnips with salad, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 283, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 373 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BABY SALAD GREENS WITH SWEET POTATO CROUTONS AND STILTON



Baby Salad Greens with Sweet Potato Croutons and Stilton image

Sweet potatoes contrast beautifully here with the pungent Stilton. Other cheeses I like for this salad are goat cheese and feta.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large sweet potato (10 to 12 ounces), peeled and cut in 1/2-inch dice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 6-ounce bag baby salad greens
1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs, such as tarragon, parsley, chervil, chives
2 ounces Stilton or blue cheese, crumbled or cut into small pieces (about 1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, minced
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Steam the sweet potatoes for 5 minutes, until just tender. Remove from the heat and drain on paper towels.
  • In a medium, nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sweet potatoes and cook, shaking the pan and moving the pieces around often, until evenly browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain on paper towels.
  • Whisk together the lime juice, vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt pepper, olive oil and buttermilk.
  • Place the salad greens in a salad bowl and top with the cheese. Toss with the dressing. Sprinkle on the sweet potato croutons and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 205, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 390 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ROASTED VEGETABLES WITH WALNUTS, BASIL AND BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Roasted Vegetables with Walnuts, Basil and Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This colorful veggie dish with red and orange bell peppers, red onions, mushrooms, sugar snap peas and squash is tossed with balsamic vinegar and chopped walnuts and topped with fresh basil.

Provided by California Walnuts

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ small red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch cubes
½ small orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch cubes
¼ medium red onion, cut into 1-inch cubes, separated
4 ounces baby portabella mushrooms, halved
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¾ cup sugar snap peas
1 small zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 small yellow summer squash, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh snipped basil
½ cup California walnuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place bell peppers, onion and mushrooms in a large bowl and toss with olive oil and salt. Place in a single layer on a large baking sheet, making sure not to crowd vegetables. Cook for 10 minutes.
  • Add snap peas, zucchini, yellow squash and garlic and stir lightly. Top with walnuts and cook for 5 to 10 minutes more or until all vegetables are crisp-tender and walnuts are toasted.
  • Drizzle with balsamic and toss well. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 93.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

BRAISED TURNIP GREENS



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Bitter greens like turnips are rich in flavor, and the smoky turkey wings in this recipe take them to the next level. Create your own stock from the smoked turkey to double down on flavor of the finished wings.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds smoked turkey wings, chopped into quarters
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium Vidalia onion, diced
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 pounds turnip greens, well rinsed, tough stems removed, leaves chopped
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the turkey wings in a 3-quart saucepan and add enough water to just cover them, about 5 cups. Bring to a boil, skimming off any foam that forms on the surface. Reduce to a simmer and let cook, uncovered, 1 1/2 hours. Strain the wings and remove the meat from the bones and set aside; discard the bones. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the broth; save the remaining broth for another use.
  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the onion and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper and cook 1 minute more. Add turnip greens in batches, allowing each batch to wilt and stirring to distribute before adding the next batch.
  • Once all the greens are added, stir in the vinegar, brown sugar, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Return the turkey to the pot along with the reserved broth. Reduce the heat to low, cover and let simmer until the greens are very tender, about 40 minutes.

PAN-ROASTED TURNIPS WITH GREENS



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 bunches small turnips with greens attached
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Remove the greens from the turnips and reserve. Peel and cut the bulbs into 1/4-inch wedges. Remove and wash the tender leaves from the stems of the turnip greens. Chop the leaves and set aside.
  • Heat the butter and oil in a large cast-iron or other heavy-bottomed large skillet over medium heat. Add the turnip wedges and sprinkle with salt and pepper, stirring to coat with the butter and oil. Cook, stirring and flipping occasionally, until they are caramelized and tender, about 5 minutes per side. Add the honey, vinegar and pomegranate seeds, then cook until the mixture is combined and syrupy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the turnip leaves and saute until they are wilted and darken in color, another 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately.

BABY GREENS SALAD WITH CRANBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Baby Greens Salad With Cranberry Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This is a lovely salad for a holiday brunch or dinner party! The dressing is so yummy!! I've subbed a mild blue cheese for the goat cheese, and both are equally tasty. From Mary Ann Vitale, owner of La Taverna Restaurant in La Jolla CA.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Greens

Time 21m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
10 cups baby greens
8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the vinegar, cranberry sauce and shallot. Slowly whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the walnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 5 to 7 minutes; set walnuts aside.
  • To serve the salad, toss the greens with enough of the vinaigrette to moisten and arrange on plates.
  • Sprinkle each salad with goat cheese, dried cranberries and toasted walnuts.

GLAZED BABY TURNIPS AND CARROTS



Glazed Baby Turnips and Carrots image

Categories     Side     Steam     Easter     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Carrot     Turnip     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound baby turnips (about 2 pounds with greens attached) or regular turnips
3/4 pound baby carrots (about 2 pounds with green attached)
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Trim baby turnips and carrots, leaving about 1/2-inch stems if green were attached, and peel if desired. If using regular turnips, peel and cut into 1-inch pieces. In a steamer set over boiling water steam turnips and carrots separately, covered, until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Vegetables may be prepared up to this point 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled.
  • In a large heavy skillet cook vegetables in butter with sugar and salt and pepper to taste over moderately low heat, stirring, until heated through and glazed, about 4 minutes.

Tips:

- To save time, use pre-washed baby greens. - For a more intense flavor, roast the turnips at a higher temperature. - If you don't have walnuts, you can use pecans or almonds. - Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the turnips before roasting for extra flavor. - For a sweeter dish, use honey instead of balsamic vinegar. - Serve the salad warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

This baby greens salad with balsamic roasted turnips and walnuts is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The roasted turnips add a sweet and savory flavor to the salad, while the walnuts add a crunchy texture. The balsamic vinegar dressing ties all the flavors together and creates a salad that is both refreshing and satisfying.

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