If you are looking for a refreshing and delicious salad to enjoy as a light lunch or as a side dish to your main meal, escarole apple salad with walnut dressing is an excellent choice. Escarole, a type of leafy green with a slightly bitter flavor, pairs perfectly with the sweet and crunchy apples in this salad. The walnut dressing adds a nutty and creamy flavor that brings all the ingredients together. This salad is not only flavorful but also packed with nutrients like vitamins A and C, fiber, and healthy fats. In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make this delicious salad, along with some tips and variations to make it your own.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ESCAROLE-APPLE SALAD WITH WALNUT DRESSING
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Puree 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts, 2 teaspoons dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in a blender until smooth. Slowly add 1/3 cup olive oil with the motor running; blend until creamy. Combine 1 torn head escarole, 1 thinly sliced fennel bulb, 2 thinly sliced apples and/or pears, 1 cup fresh parsley, ½ cup chopped walnuts and 1/4 cup minced chives in a large bowl. Add the dressing, season with salt and pepper and toss.
SALAD WITH APPLE DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss salad ingredients.
- In a small bowl, whisk together juice, vinegar, garlic, soy sauce and Worcestershire. In a slow stream, whisk in oil. Pour dressing over salad and toss.
APPLE WALNUT SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE
This is a great salad to serve for any autumn meal.
Provided by Barrett
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the walnuts out on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly toasted.
- In a food processor, combine the cranberries, vinegar, onion, sugar, and mustard. Puree until smooth; gradually add oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- In a salad bowl, toss together the greens, apples, and enough of the cranberry mixture to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Fat 26 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 54.1 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
ESCAROLE AND WALNUT SALAD
Earthy walnuts and a sweet-and-sour sherry vinaigrette are the perfect complement to this slightly bitter winter green.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir together vinegar, mustard, and shallots in a small bowl.Gradually whisk in oil. Toss escarole with vinaigrette,and sprinkle with walnuts. Season with salt and pepper.
APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD
This apple walnut salad delivers sweet and tangy flavor to simple salad greens with a quick apple cider vinaigrette, cranberries and Gorgonzola cheese. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, combine the first eight ingredients., In a small bowl, whisk the cider, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper; gradually whisk in oil. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
SAUTEED APPLE SALAD WITH ROQUEFORT CHEESE AND WALNUTS
Categories Salad Sauté Blue Cheese Apple Walnut Fall Endive Watercress Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine vinegar and thyme in small bowl. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Combine greens, watercress and endive in large bowl. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add apples and sugar and sauté until apples are almost tender, about 8 minutes. Increase heat to high and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes longer. Place atop greens in bowl. Sprinkle salad with Roquefort and walnuts. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Serve, passing remaining dressing separately.
APPLE, DRIED CHERRY, AND WALNUT SALAD WITH MAPLE DRESSING
Categories Salad Fruit Leafy Green Side No-Cook Quick & Easy Mayonnaise Vinegar Apple Cherry Walnut Fall Maple Syrup Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For dressing:
- Whisk mayonnaise, maple syrup, vinegar, and sugar in medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in oil until mixture thickens slightly. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Dressing can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewhisk before using.)
- For salad:
- Toss greens, apples, cherries, and 1/4 cup walnuts in large bowl to combine. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Divide salad equally among plates. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup walnuts and serve.
ESCAROLE SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK-HERB DRESSING
This tasty salad for one makes a perfect lunch or light dinner.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place escarole, parsley, apple, cheese, walnuts in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Add dressing and toss until well combined. Serve immediately.
APPLE WALNUT SALAD
Apples, walnuts, and cranberries in a creamy sauce make an excellent side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners!
Provided by Shana
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the brown sugar and cinnamon in a large bowl. Whisk in the softened cream cheese, yogurt, and vanilla until smooth.
- Stir the apples, 1 1/2 cups of walnuts, and the dried cranberries into the cream cheese mixture until well coated.
- Spoon salad into a serving bowl and garnish with the remaining 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts. Keep chilled until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.9 g, Cholesterol 31.2 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 105.2 mg, Sugar 41.9 g
ROASTED APPLE & CANDIED WALNUT SALAD
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
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.
ESCAROLE SALAD WITH APPLES, CANDIED WALNUTS, AND SAINT ANDRé CHEESE
Skip the wine-this salad is perfect with a Belgian ale. Saint Andréis a soft, ripened cheese much like Brie or Camembert. Either cheese would make a good substitute.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add apple wedges; cook until beginning to brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Divide among plates. Reduce heat to medium-high. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and walnuts to skillet; stir 1 minute. Sprinkle walnuts with sugar; stir until walnuts and sauce are deep brown, about 30 seconds. Using slotted spoon, transfer walnuts to small bowl. Add shallots to skillet; stir until soft, 10 to 15 seconds. Stir in vinegar, then add escarole and radicchio to skillet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss until beginning to wilt, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mound salad on plates alongside apples. Top with cheese and walnuts.
Tips:
- Choose the right escarole. Look for escarole that is fresh and has crisp, dark green leaves.
- Wash the escarole thoroughly. This will remove any dirt or grit from the leaves.
- Use a sharp knife to chop the escarole. This will help to prevent the leaves from bruising.
- Don't overdress the salad. A little bit of dressing goes a long way.
- Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the escarole from wilting.
Conclusion:
Escarole apple salad with walnut dressing is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh escarole, apples, walnuts, and a tangy walnut dressing. This salad is packed with nutrients and is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
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