Looking for a side dish packed with delightful flavors and textures? Garden salad with smoked almond dressing is a delectable choice that offers a vibrant medley of colors, a symphony of flavors, and a delightful crunch. The garden salad provides a fresh foundation with its crisp greens, sweet tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and mild onions. The smoked almond dressing adds a smoky, nutty twist to the salad, enhancing the natural flavors of the vegetables. So embark on this culinary journey to discover the best recipe for garden salad with smoked almond dressing, a treat that will impress both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
SWEET AND CRUNCHY GARDEN SALAD
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories appetizer
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix the almonds with 1/4 cup of the sugar in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring as the sugar melts and the almonds brown. Carefully spread the almonds on an ungreased baking sheet to cool, using a metal spatula; the nuts will be very hot. When completely cooled, break the candied almonds into tiny pieces.
- Tear the iceberg and romaine lettuce into pieces and transfer them to a salad bowl. Cover and refrigerate if not serving immediately.
- Combine the oil, vinegar, remaining 1/4 cup sugar, and the parsley, salt, pepper and cayenne in a bowl, and mix well. Chill covered, in the refrigerator, until ready to serve.
- Combine the lettuce, sliced green onions, candied almonds and orange segments in a large salad bowl. Just before serving, toss the salad with enough dressing to coat the greens.
GARDEN CHOPPED SALAD WITH RANCH DRESSING
Categories Salad Leafy Green Tomato Vegetable No-Cook Quick & Easy Summer Parade
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Cut the tough ribs out of the lettuce leaves and discard the tough, darker green tops of the larger leaves. Cut the leaves into 1/2-inch pieces and place them in a large bowl. Add the bell pepper, carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, and scallions.
- 2. Peel and pit the avocados. Cut them into 1/4-inch dice and place in a small bowl. Add the lime juice and toss well (to prevent discoloration). Add the avocados to the other vegetables and toss with the Ranch Dressing. Before serving, season with salt and pepper. Serve with any extra dressing alongside.
PEA SALAD WITH SMOKED ALMONDS
Found on another site. Its got water chestnuts, green onions, almonds, & curry powder. Very good. You can make in the morning but add almonds when you serve. It tastes good with the frozen peas but taste great once they have thawed.
Provided by JAG0913
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the frozen peas, green onions, almonds, & water chestnuts.
- In seperate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and curry pwder.
- Gently stir the mayonnaise mixture into the peas.
- Add salt & freshly ground pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.1, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 197.6, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 9.7, Protein 11.4
THE REALLY GOOD SALAD RECIPE WITH PIECES OF FRUIT
Garden salad with fruit, cooked sugared almonds, and an oil and vinegar dressing.
Provided by BOOTS582
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the almonds and 1/2 cup sugar 5 minutes, or until almonds are well-coated and lightly browned.
- In a bowl, mix the olive oil, vinegar, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, gently mix the almonds, iceberg lettuce, leaf lettuce, celery, chives, cranberries, mandarin orange, peaches, mango, and strawberries. Serve with desired amount of the oil and vinegar dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 24 mg, Sugar 27.6 g
RED & GREEN SALAD WITH TOASTED ALMONDS
During a long Midwest winter, I crave greens and tomatoes from the garden. These leaf lettuces and grape tomatoes have a fantastic out-of-the-garden taste. Thank goodness we can get them year-round. -Jasmine Rose, Crystal Lake, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients. Gradually whisk in grapeseed oil until blended., In a large bowl, combine lettuces, red pepper, celery, cucumber, peas and tomatoes. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 14g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN SALAD WITH SMOKED ALMONDS
I just love chicken with tarragon. Smoked almonds just adds another dimension to an already extra-ordinary chicken salad!
Provided by Grace Lynn
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir first 4 ingredients together in a bowl.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss in smoked almonds right before serving.
- This can be served as a sandwich or serve it on top of any kind of salad you wish.
- I prefer baby greens.
AMAZING ALMOND SALAD DRESSING
I used to go to this delicious vegetarian buffet in college. They made the most amazing almond salad dressing that I (and everyone else!) would drench salads with, not to mention any other food. After hunting far and wide for the recipe, I finally found it. Unfortunately, the restaurant closed down but I'll always have the plant-based dressing!
Provided by jlg83
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Use a blender to blend almonds, water, oil, yeast, aminos, and salt together until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 114.9 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
GARDEN SALAD WITH LEMON DRESSING
I lightened up a tangy salad dressing by replacing some of the oil with lemon juice. The revamped dressing lends a refreshing twist to mixed greens, tomatoes, pepper rings and cucumbers slices.-Martha Pollock, Oregonia, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, tomatoes, cucumber and pepper rings. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, honey, chives, mustard, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually whisk in oil until dressing thickens. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 328mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use a variety of lettuces and greens to add texture and flavor to your salad. Some good options include romaine, arugula, spinach, and mixed greens.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables and fruits in your salad. Some good options include tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, celery, apples, and berries.
- Add some protein to your salad to make it a more complete meal. Some good options include grilled chicken, salmon, tofu, and beans.
- Use a light and flavorful dressing to enhance the flavors of your salad. A simple vinaigrette or a creamy dressing made with yogurt or sour cream are both good options.
- Serve your salad immediately after dressing it to prevent the greens from wilting.
Conclusion:
A garden salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a garden salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing meal, give one of these garden salad recipes a try!
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