Best 6 Festive Winter Salad With Walnuts And Apples Recipes

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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.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD



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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

5 cups torn romaine
5 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1 large red apple, chopped
1 large green apple, chopped
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/3 cup dried cranberries
CIDER VINAIGRETTE:
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

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



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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

1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1/2 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
1 each green and red apple, coarsely chopped
8 cups coarsely chopped romaine lettuce
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 pkg. (4 oz.) ATHENOS Traditional Crumbled Feta Cheese
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

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



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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

1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 cups torn mixed salad greens
3/4 cup dried cranberries
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
DRESSING:
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh parsley sprigs
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

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



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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

10 ounces mixed salad greens, European style
1 tart apple, thinly sliced
1 cup walnut halves
1 cup gorgonzola, crumbled
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper

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



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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

1 tablespoon raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
3 cups romaine lettuce, cut into bite sized pieces
2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
2 tablespoons roasted pistachios, shells removed
1 tablespoon gorgonzola, crumbled

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



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Provided by á-1785

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (10 02.) any European-style salad mix,
washed
1 thinly sliced tart apple
1 package
1 cup walnut halves
1 /4 cup Pure Wesson® Vegetable Oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

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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