Best 9 Hazelnut Vinaigrette Recipes

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Have you ever found yourself craving for a nutty yet tangy vinaigrette to elevate your favorite salad or dish? Look no further than the irresistible hazelnut vinaigrette! With its nutty richness balanced by a zesty tang, this dressing brings a delightful depth of flavor to any culinary creation. Whether you prefer a smooth and creamy texture or a more rustic and chunky consistency, creating the perfect hazelnut vinaigrette at home is an easy and rewarding endeavor.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASPARAGUS WITH HAZELNUT VINAIGRETTE



Asparagus with Hazelnut Vinaigrette image

Categories     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Asparagus     Spring     Healthy     Hazelnut     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

For Vinaigrette
1 large shallot, minced
2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar or red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup hazelnuts, toasted, skinned and chopped
1 hard-cooked large egg
2 pounds asparagus, trimmed and lower 2 inches of stalks peeled

Steps:

  • Make vinaigrette:
  • In a bowl whisk together shallot, vinegar, mustard, sugar and salt and pepper to taste. Add oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk until emulsified. Whisk in hazelnuts.
  • Finely chop egg. In a deep 10- to 12-inch skillet bring 1 1/2 inches salted water to a boil and cook asparagus over high heat until crisp-tender, about 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer asparagus with tongs to a colander and drain.
  • Transfer asparagus to a serving dish. Spoon vinaigrette over asparagus and sprinkle with egg. Serve asparagus warm or at room temperature.

SUMMER-SQUASH ROLLS WITH HERBED RICOTTA, ARUGULA, AND TOASTED-HAZELNUT VINAIGRETTE



Summer-Squash Rolls with Herbed Ricotta, Arugula, and Toasted-Hazelnut Vinaigrette image

This recipe, courtesy of Lost Kitchen chef and owner Erin French, works best with narrow, long, bright-yellow zucchini.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 medium summer squashes (preferably yellow zucchini), ends trimmed, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick ribbons
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons minced shallot
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped toasted blanched hazelnuts
1 1/2 cups fresh ricotta
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh marjoram leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano (1 ounce)
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons)
1 bunch small-leaved arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Toss squash ribbons with 2 tablespoons oil; arrange in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Roast just until tender, about 8 minutes. Let cool completely, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine shallot and vinegar; let stand 15 minutes. Whisk in remaining 1/4 cup oil and hazelnuts; season with salt and pepper.
  • In a bowl, combine ricotta, herbs, Pecorino Romano, and lemon zest; season with salt and pepper. Place 3 arugula leaves crosswise on one end of each squash ribbon. Top with about 1 1/2 tablespoons ricotta filling. Roll squash up to create a little bundle, and place, seamside down, on a platter. Repeat with remaining squash, arugula, and filling. Serve, drizzled with vinaigrette.

ROASTED AND MARINATED BEETS WITH BURRATA, CHARRED KALE, AND HAZELNUT VINAIGRETTE



Roasted and Marinated Beets with Burrata, Charred Kale, and Hazelnut Vinaigrette image

Nut oils have that same combination of earthy and sweet as root vegetables, which makes them the dream team. With the creaminess of burrata, it's just out of this world.

Provided by Paul Kahan

Categories     Fall     Salad     Dinner     Mozzarella     Root Vegetable     Beet     Hazelnut     Marinate     Roast

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

Marinated Kale:
1/4 cup grated Pecorino or Parmigiano cheese
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 clove garlic, minced
1⁄2 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes
Freshly ground black pepper
1 large bunch black Tuscan kale, ribs removed and coarsely chopped
Hazelnut Vinaigrette:
1/4 heaping cup hazelnuts, toasted in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant and then finely ground
3 tablespoons hazelnut oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon finely chopped shallot
1 teaspoon minced thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3 cranks black pepper
To finish:
Roasted and marinated beets
2 balls burrata or fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into rough chunks
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted hazelnuts

Steps:

  • Marinate the Kale:
  • In a large bowl, combine the cheese, olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, honey, salt, chile flakes, and pepper. Add the kale and toss to combine-really get in there and work the kale with your hands; this isn't a gentle massage. Set the kale aside to marinate at room temperature for 2 hours or in the fridge overnight. Alternatively, you could toss the kale in with the just-roasted, marinating beets along with the cheese, olive oil, et al., and let the mixture sit at room temperature for 2 hours or in the fridge overnight. They'll marinate just the same.
  • Make the Vinaigrette:
  • Combine the hazelnuts, hazelnut oil, vinegar, shallot, thyme, honey, salt, and pepper in a small jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake it until the dressing comes together. Set aside until ready to serve or store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Char the Kale and Beets:
  • Preheat a large cast-iron pan over high heat for 5 minutes. When the pan looks very hot (you see little wisps of smoke), add the marinated beets and char on one side for 1 minute, just long enough to get some char. Remove the beets from the pan and add the kale, again charring for 1 minute. You are looking to just heat the kale, not fully cook it. You also could do this over the high heat of a grill. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Put it together and serve:
  • Spread the cheese over a large platter. Season it a bit with salt and pepper. Scatter the charred kale and beets over the cheese, douse with the hazelnut vinaigrette, and finish with the chopped hazelnuts

CELERY ROOT AND APPLE SALAD WITH HAZELNUT VINAIGRETTE



Celery Root and Apple Salad with Hazelnut Vinaigrette image

Provided by Molly Wizenberg

Categories     Salad     Mustard     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Parmesan     Apple     Fennel     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 small garlic clove, pressed
1/4 cup hazelnut oil plus additional for drizzling (optional)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salad:
1 medium celery root, peeled, cut into matchstick-size strips
1 medium fennel bulb, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced
1 unpeeled Gala apple, cut into strips
Parmesan cheese shavings

Steps:

  • For vinaigrette:
  • Whisk first 5 ingredients in small bowl. Whisk in 1/4 cup hazelnut oil and olive oil.
  • For salad:
  • Combine celery root, fennel, and apple in large bowl. Toss with vinaigrette. Top with Parmesan. Drizzle with additional hazelnut oil, if desired.

SPINACH AND HAZELNUT SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Spinach and Hazelnut Salad with Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette image

This salad has it all: great taste, protein, fiber, good fats, beautiful appearance, and it couldn't be easier to assemble. It will become one of your favorites. Vegan friendly! Give the shredded wheat a chance -- you might never want croutons on a salad again! Feel free to play with proportions of ingredients.

Provided by UNCLEBEN1980

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup aged balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar-free strawberry preserves
freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 ½ cups torn fresh spinach
3 ½ cups romaine lettuce leaves
⅓ cup chopped hazelnuts
¼ cup golden raisins
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup plain mini shredded wheat cereal biscuits
1 ripe avocado, sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, strawberry preserves, and black pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss together spinach, lettuce, hazelnuts, raisins, red onion, and shredded wheat biscuits. Drizzle salad dressing over the salad, and toss gently to combine. Serve topped with sliced avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 48.1 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

HAZELNUT VINAIGRETTE



Hazelnut Vinaigrette image

Citrus-laced vinaigrette gets a drizzle of fragrant hazelnut oil, offering a distinct touch to this versatile dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup fresh grapefruit juice
3 tablespoons safflower oil
1 tablespoon hazelnut oil
1 teaspoon champagne vinegar
1 teaspoon grainy mustard
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together grapefruit juice, oils, vinegar, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper.

SAUTEED SCALLOPS WITH HAZELNUT VINAIGRETTE AND WHITE BEAN PURéE



Sauteed Scallops with Hazelnut Vinaigrette and White Bean Purée image

Categories     Ginger     Sauté     Scallop     Hazelnut     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons hazelnut or walnut oil
1/4 cup minced red onion
1/4 cup finely chopped toasted hazelnuts (about 1 ounce)
1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
24 large sea scallops
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
All purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
White Bean Puree
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon nut oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, nuts and ginger; sauté until onion is tender, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in vinegar, honey and 3 tablespoons nut oil. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, sprinkle scallops with thyme, salt and pepper. Dredge in flour; shake off excess. Melt 1/2 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of scallops; sauté until golden and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to warm plate. Repeat with remaining butter, olive oil and scallops.
  • Spoon White Bean Puree onto 6 plates. Top with scallops. Stir basil into vinaigrette and spoon over scallops.

ASPARAGUS, HAZELNUT AND MINT SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE



Asparagus, Hazelnut and Mint Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     High Fiber     Vegan     Vegetable     Healthy     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon Lemon zest
2 tablespoons Lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon Sea salt (fine)
1/4 teaspoon Pepper
1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
1 pound Asparagus, ends trimmed, tips intact and spears cut into 1 inch pieces
3 cups White quinoa, cooked
1/3 cup Hazelnuts, cashews or almonds toasted
1/4 cup Scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup Fresh mint leaves rolled together and thinly sliced, packed
1 tablespoon Champagne vinegar or rice wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Whisk together lemon zest and juice, vinegar, mustard, syrup, salt and pepper. Slowly add olive oil whisking constantly.
  • Bring large saucepan of salted water to boil; cook asparagus 2-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Transfer to ice water with slotted spoon. When cool to touch, drain well and spread on towel to absorb remaining water.
  • Combine asparagus and quinoa in large bowl; toss with about 1/4 c of vinaigrette. Add coursely chopped nuts, scallions and fresh mint.
  • Season with salt and pepper and more vinaigrette to taste.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature. Serves 4-6.

POTATO SALAD WITH KALAMATA-HAZELNUT VINAIGRETTE



Potato Salad with Kalamata-Hazelnut Vinaigrette image

Potato salad tossed with vinaigrette has a lighter taste than traditional mayo versions. I add velvety avocado and hazelnuts for cool texture and crunch. -Laurie Bock, Lynden, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (about 5 medium), cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted, divided
5 tablespoons rice vinegar, divided
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives
2 medium ripe avocados
1 small red onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, place a steamer basket over 1 in. water. Place potatoes in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam, covered, until tender, 15-18 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; refrigerate 30 minutes., Place 2 tablespoons hazelnuts in a food processor. Add 4 tablespoons rice vinegar, water, oil, oregano, garlic, sugar, salt, pepper flakes and pepper. Pulse until blended. Stir in olives and remaining hazelnuts., Peel and thinly slice avocados; toss with remaining vinegar. Layer a fourth of the potatoes, avocados and onion in a large bowl; drizzle with a fourth of the vinaigrette. Repeat layers 3 times. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips for Making a Perfect Hazelnut Vinaigrette:

  • Use high-quality hazelnuts: Look for fresh, plump hazelnuts with no signs of damage or mold.
  • Toast the hazelnuts: Toasting the hazelnuts enhances their flavor and makes them more aromatic.
  • Use a good quality olive oil: The olive oil is the base of the vinaigrette, so choose a flavorful, extra-virgin olive oil.
  • Add a touch of sweetness: A little bit of honey or maple syrup can help to balance out the acidity of the vinegar.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, or basil can add a pop of color and flavor to the vinaigrette.
  • Adjust the consistency: If you want a thinner vinaigrette, add more olive oil. If you want a thicker vinaigrette, add more vinegar or Dijon mustard.
  • Taste and adjust: Always taste the vinaigrette before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Hazelnut vinaigrette is a versatile and flavorful dressing that can be used on salads, grilled vegetables, or even as a marinade. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Experiment with different types of vinegar, herbs, and sweeteners to create your perfect hazelnut vinaigrette.

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