Best 8 Candied Walnuts For Salads Recipes
Candied walnuts add a delicious sweet and crunchy topping to salads, yogurt parfaits, ice cream, and many other dishes. They're also a great snack on their own. Making candied walnuts at home is easy, and it only takes a few simple ingredients. In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide to making the best candied walnuts for salads, along with some tips and variations to help you create the perfect topping for your favorite dishes.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
5 MINUTE CANDIED WALNUTS
Toss these caramelized walnuts into your salad, over popcorn, or straight into your mouth. Crunch. Crunch. I love this easy method of making the candied nuts where everything goes into the pan at once. Other methods I've tried left me with globs of candy on the nuts rather than a more even coating. It also roasts the nuts at the same time so you don't have to pre-toast them, then add them back to the pan to be coated, blah, blah. Who needs extra steps? It seriously takes about 5 minutes on the stove and 5 minutes to cool. P.S. This recipe can easily be doubled.
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat a medium non-stick skillet over medium heat, add 1 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 Tbsp butter.
- Heat over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently so your mixture doesn't burn (especially towards the end). When the sugar mixture starts melting, stir constantly until all sugar is melted and nuts are coated.
- Transfer immediately onto a sheet of parchment paper and separate the nuts right away. Using two spatulas will make this task go faster. You don't want to give the nuts a chance to turn into a wad of inseparable delicious goodness unless you are the only person who will be enjoying the wad ;). Seriously, move quickly from the time the nuts are coated until they are separated out on the parchment paper.
- Once the coating hardens (5-7 minutes), you can transfer them to a bowl and enjoy!
CANDIED WALNUTS
You can top anything from a salad to ice cream with these or just eat them as is. These I made for Heathers Sweet Potato recipe #91021. Check it out it's yummy!
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Fruit
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a heavy bottom pan heat to medium high heat.
- Place nuts and butter, when butter is melted and nuts are coated with the butter sprinkle sugar and cinnamon if wanted over nuts stirring till carmelized.
- Pour out on parchment paper separate nuts and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1017.6, Fat 99.3, SaturatedFat 21.8, Cholesterol 61.1, Sodium 205.2, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 15.7, Protein 18.1
CANDIED WALNUT SALAD WITH WALNUT VINAIGRETTE
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
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
CANDIED WALNUT SALAD
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
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
PARMESAN AND CANDIED WALNUT SALAD
Provided by Food Network
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- So first things first, you put all the components of your salad together. Combine the romaine lettuce, the candied walnuts, and the sliced pears n a serving bowl.
- Whisk the lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and the salt and pepper, to taste, in a small bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- For the finishing touch, shave some fresh Parmesan over the top and serve.
CANDIED WALNUTS FOR COMPOSED SALAD
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
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.
MISSY'S CANDIED WALNUT GORGONZOLA SALAD
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
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
CANDIED WALNUTS
Turn ordinary walnuts into a taste sensation with this simple candied walnuts recipe that's prepared on the stovetop. With plenty of brown sugar and a hint of pepper, the crunchy candied walnuts are a nice complement to a fruit and cheese tray. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large heavy skillet, combine the oil, vinegar and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until blended. Add walnuts and cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes. , Sprinkle with brown sugar. Cook and stir until sugar is melted, 2-4 minutes. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right walnuts: Look for plump, fresh walnuts with no signs of mold or damage. You can use whole walnuts or walnut halves.
- Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts before candying them will enhance their flavor and make them more crunchy. You can toast the walnuts in a pan over medium heat or in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes, or until they are fragrant and slightly browned.
- Use a candy thermometer: A candy thermometer is essential for making candied walnuts. It will help you to ensure that the sugar syrup reaches the correct temperature, which is 300°F.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When you are candying the walnuts, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the sugar syrup from coating the walnuts evenly.
- Let the walnuts cool completely: Once you have candied the walnuts, let them cool completely before storing them. This will help to prevent them from sticking together.
Conclusion:
Candied walnuts are a delicious and versatile snack or ingredient. They can be used to top salads, yogurt, oatmeal, or ice cream. They can also be used as a garnish for cakes, cookies, or pies. With a little time and effort, you can easily make candied walnuts at home. So next time you are looking for a sweet and crunchy treat, give candied walnuts a try!
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