As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, the flavors of winter come alive. It's the perfect time to enjoy a festive winter salad that celebrates the season's bounty. This salad combines the sweet crunch of apples, the earthy nuttiness of walnuts, and the bright acidity of citrus fruits to create a dish that is both refreshing and satisfying. The addition of goat cheese adds a creamy richness, and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds adds a touch of elegance. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next holiday party or winter gathering.
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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.
FESTIVE APPLE-CRANBERRY SALAD
Whip up this festive salad with apples and cranberries for your next holiday party. Then sit back, relax and let the compliments come your way.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield 8 servings, 1-1/4 cups each
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix mayo and dressing until blended. Add to apples in medium bowl; mix lightly.
- Spoon into large straight-sided clear bowl; top with layers of all remaining ingredients except nuts.
- Refrigerate 3 hours.
- Toss gently just before serving; sprinkle with nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 390 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g
FESTIVE TOSSED SALAD WITH WALNUTS
This is a delightful tossed salad that has a wonderful blend of flavors. It has a crunchy texture and looks good, too, with its variety of colors. -Isabell Burrows, Livermore, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook and stir walnuts in butter until toasted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the sugar, pepper and salt. , In a salad bowl, toss the greens, cranberries, cheese and walnuts., Place the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. , Drizzle desired amount over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftover dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
FESTIVE WINTER SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND APPLES
Looking for more recipes that include gorgonzola cheese. I found this one on tresurecavecheese.com.
Provided by AZPARZYCH
Categories Cheese
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine salad, apples, walnuts and gorgonzola.
- In a separate bowl, combine oil and vinegar and pour over the salad.
- Add salt and pepper to taste then toss.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.6, Fat 28.2, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 16.9, Sodium 317.2, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 2, Sugar 5.4, Protein 7.9
FESTIVE WINTER SALAD
A basic green salad with some very special ingredients- pomegranate seeds, Gorgonzola cheese, toasted pistachios, and a raspberry vinaigrette. I got the inspiration from recipe #109382, but I changed so much that I decided to post a new recipe. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!
Provided by IngridH
Categories Greens
Time 10m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the vinegar, oil, honey, salt and pepper in a medium bowl, and whisk to combine. Taste for seasoning, and add more salt or pepper if needed.
- Place half of the lettuce on each of two salad plates.
- Scatter the pomegranate seeds, pistachios, and cheese over each plate.
- Drizzle with the dressing, and serve immediately.
- Note: dressing can be made ahead, but will probably separate while sitting and need to be mixed again before serving.
FESTIVE WINTER SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND APPLES RECIPE
Provided by á-1785
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix. Eat. Enjoy.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a variety of apples in your salad. A good combination is to use a mix of sweet and tart apples, such as Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, and Pink Lady.
- If you don't have any walnuts on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts.
- To make the salad more festive, you can add a few cranberries or pomegranate seeds.
- If you're looking for a lighter dressing, you can use a vinaigrette instead of the mayonnaise-based dressing.
- This salad is best served chilled, so make it ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This festive winter salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. The combination of sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and creamy dressing is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a festive salad to serve, give this one a try.
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