Best 8 Candied Walnut Butter Salad Recipes

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If you are looking for an entree or side dish that is bursting with flavor, look no further than candied walnut butter salad. This salad is brimming with a plethora of textures and flavors that harmonize to create a truly delectable dish. With a combination of tangy vinaigrettes, creamy butter, crunchy walnuts, and fresh greens, this salad will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will impress your palate.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CANDIED WALNUT SALAD



Candied Walnut Salad image

Originally from one of the American Diabetes Association cookbooks, I made changes to make it tastier. Deliciously tangy with crunchy sweetness throughout! For a healthier version, use margerine instead of butter and only 1/4 cup walnuts. Also, split the salad into 4 servings.

Provided by LoydaP

Categories     Easy

Time 30m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
4 cups mixed baby greens

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a small bowl combine butter and brown sugar. Microwave on high 30 seconds or until butter and sugar have dissolved.
  • Toss walnuts in the butter/sugar mix. Spread on a cookie sheet and bake 15-20 minutes or until beginning to brown.
  • In salad bowl, make the dressing by combining vinegar, oil, and mustard.
  • Gently toss greens in dressing.
  • Allow walnuts to cool 10-15 minutes, then toss with greens.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 50, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 9.4, Protein 3.1

CANDIED WALNUT BUTTER SALAD



Candied Walnut Butter Salad image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 22m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nonstick vegetable spray
6 tablespoons plus 3 more tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons orange-tangerine juice
2 cups walnut halves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 heads butter lettuce, washed and dried
2 (8-ounce) cans mandarin orange segments
1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced
1 cup purchased Asian-style salad dressing (such as miso dressing or ginger dressing)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Line a large cookie sheet with foil and spray with nonstick spray. In a 10-inch skillet over medium heat, add 6 tablespoons sugar and orange-tangerine juice. Bring to a simmer, and then add walnuts. Cook until sugar is absorbed and mixture starts to caramelize around walnuts, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and remaining 3 tablespoons sugar. Toss walnuts in cinnamon-sugar. Place walnuts in single layer on prepared cookie sheet. Bake until walnuts appear crystallized and toasted, about 8 minutes. Set aside
  • Place 4 to 6 dry lettuce leaves on each plate. Randomly place orange segments, onion slices, and walnuts on top of each lettuce bed. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of dressing on top of each salad and serve.

CANDIED WALNUT BUTTER SALAD



Candied Walnut Butter Salad image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 22m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nonstick vegetable spray
6 tablespoons plus 3 more tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons orange-tangerine juice
2 cups walnut halves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 heads butter lettuce, washed and dried
2 (8-ounce) cans mandarin orange segments
1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced
1 cup purchased Asian-style salad dressing (such as miso dressing or ginger dressing)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Line a large cookie sheet with foil and spray with nonstick spray. In a 10-inch skillet over medium heat, add 6 tablespoons sugar and orange-tangerine juice. Bring to a simmer, and then add walnuts. Cook until sugar is absorbed and mixture starts to caramelize around walnuts, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and remaining 3 tablespoons sugar. Toss walnuts in cinnamon-sugar. Place walnuts in single layer on prepared cookie sheet. Bake until walnuts appear crystallized and toasted, about 8 minutes. Set aside
  • Place 4 to 6 dry lettuce leaves on each plate. Randomly place orange segments, onion slices, and walnuts on top of each lettuce bed. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of dressing on top of each salad and serve.

ROASTED APPLE & CANDIED WALNUT SALAD



Roasted Apple & Candied Walnut Salad image

To add even more visual interest and tasty texture, top a pretty plated salad with roasted apple fans and crunchy walnuts. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 large apples, peeled
3/4 cup apple cider or juice
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup walnut oil or canola oil
5 cups torn romaine
5 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add walnuts and cook over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool., Core apples and cut into quarters. Slice apples, but not all the way through, leaving slices attached at the stem end. Place apple quarters in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; fan slightly., In a small bowl, whisk the cider, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper; gradually whisk in oil. Set aside 1 cup for dressing; drizzle remaining mixture over apples. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 18-22 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, arrange the romaine, leaf lettuce, onion and cranberries on 12 salad plates. Top each with a roasted apple fan; sprinkle with cheese and candied nuts. Drizzle with reserved dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CANDIED WALNUTS FOR COMPOSED SALAD



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Use this recipe as an ingredient in our Composed Salad of Roasted Broccoli, Romaine, Chickpeas, and Walnuts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup walnut halves
1 garlic clove, crushed
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine all ingredients on a rimmed baking sheet, and spread out mixture. Roast, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Let cool.

CANDIED WALNUT SALAD WITH WALNUT VINAIGRETTE



Candied Walnut Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette image

Sweet, nutty, and herbally aromatic, this vinaigrette compliments a wide variety of dishes, and is easy to make! The sugared walnuts, nut oils, and fresh herbs dramatically open the palate for roasted meats, crisp wines, and full-bodied fare. It is a great herald for spring!

Provided by Aaron Geiger

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter
½ cup brown sugar
12 ounces walnut halves
½ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 ¼ teaspoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chervil
½ cup walnut oil
½ cup peanut oil
10 ounces arugula leaves or spring mix
salt to taste
ground multi-colored peppercorns to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, and cook until the sugar has melted and turned deep brown - but not burnt, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Once the sugar has browned, stir in walnut halves until coated with caramelized sugar. Spread out onto prepared baking sheet, and place into preheated oven. Cook until the center of the walnuts have just turned a light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool until warm or room temperature.
  • Whisk the vinegar together with the chives, parsley, dill, and chervil. Whisk in walnut and peanut oils until well combined.
  • To serve, toss the arugula with enough dressing to moisten in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place onto salad plates and garnish with candied walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 56.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 25.8 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

BUTTER LETTUCE SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS



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This is a delicious salad that I adapted from one by Sandra Lee of Semi-Homemade Cooking on the Food Network. She recommends using an Asian-style salad dressing such as miso dressing or ginger dressing. We definitely prefer using a raspberry walnut vinaigrette. Also, the amount of cinnamon used in the candied walnuts may be decreased if desired -- I prefer just a little less, as well as the fact that the cinnamon seems to make it take longer for the walnuts to crystallize in the oven. I hope you enjoy this!

Provided by Pianolady

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons orange juice or 1 1/2 tablespoons tangerine juice
1 cup walnut halves
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 head butter lettuce, washed and dried
6 ounces canned mandarin orange segments
1/4 medium red onion, very thinly sliced
1/2 cup salad dressing (A Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette or similar dressing is recommended)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Line a sheet pan with Silpat (or with aluminum foil, sprayed with non-stick spray).
  • In a 10" skillet over medium heat, add 3 tablespoons of sugar and 1 1/2 tablespoons of orange juice (or tangerine juice-- or a combination).
  • Bring to a simmer, then add the walnuts.
  • Cook until sugar is absorbed and mixture starts to caramelize around walnuts, stirring constantly-- about 2 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of sugar.
  • Toss the walnuts in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • Place walnuts in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan.
  • Bake until walnuts appear crystallized and toasted (approximately 8 or more minutes).
  • Set aside.
  • Place 4 to 6 dry butter lettuce leaves on each plate.
  • Randomly place orange segments, onion slices and walnuts on top of each lettuce bed.
  • Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of dressing on top of each salad and serve.
  • (We prefer a Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette).
  • Enjoy!

MISSY'S CANDIED WALNUT GORGONZOLA SALAD



Missy's Candied Walnut Gorgonzola Salad image

A yummy, easy salad with candied walnuts, cranberries, Gorgonzola cheese, mixed greens, and a raspberry vinaigrette. It's always a big hit and is requested by my friends and family constantly! Even my picky fiance!

Provided by MissyPorkChop

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup walnut halves
¼ cup sugar
3 cups mixed greens
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 tablespoon raspberry vinaigrette
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Place walnuts and sugar in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves into a light brown liquid and coats the walnuts. Remove walnuts from skillet, and spread them out on a sheet of aluminum foil to cool.
  • Place in a large salad bowl the mixed greens, cranberries, cheese, vinaigrette, vinegar, and olive oil. Toss gently; add candied walnuts, and toss again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 273.4 mg, Sugar 24.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of greens. There are many different types of greens that can be used in a salad, so don't be afraid to try something new.
  • Add some crunch to your salad. This can be done with nuts, seeds, or even crispy vegetables like celery or carrots.
  • Balance the flavors in your salad. A good salad should have a balance of sweet, sour, salty, and bitter flavors.
  • Don't overdress your salad. A little bit of dressing goes a long way, so don't be afraid to go easy on it.
  • Serve your salad immediately. Salads are best when they are served fresh, so don't let them sit around for too long before eating them.

Conclusion:

Salads are a healthy and refreshing way to enjoy a meal. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits, vegetables, and nuts. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make a delicious salad that will be enjoyed by everyone at your table.

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