Best 4 Italian Pistachio Apple Salad Recipes

Italian Pistachio Apple Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of apples, the nutty flavor of pistachios, and the tanginess of a lemon dressing. It's a perfect side dish for any meal, or it can be served as a light lunch or dinner. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

WARM APPLE & PISTACHIO SPINACH SALAD

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I'm really not a salad person, but this unusual salad is actually worthy of bringing to a dinner party or even eating by itself. It's also super quick and easy to make. -Justine Kmiecik, Crestview, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
2 cups chopped crisp apples, unpeeled (about 2 medium apples)
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
1 cup shelled roasted pistachios
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 package (5 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons honey
Coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add apples and ginger; cook and stir until apples soften and begin to caramelize, 3-5 minutes. Stir in pistachios and Dijon mustard. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally., Pour two-thirds of apple mixture over spinach. Add spoonfuls of ricotta cheese; top with remaining apple mixture. Drizzle with honey. Add fresh pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 243mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

INSTANT PISTACHIO SALAD

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This recipe is super simple and can be changed to suit your tastes. Just add additional fruit and/or nuts.

Provided by Margit Wallin

Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (3 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
½ (10.5 ounce) package miniature marshmallows

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the pineapple and dry pistachio pudding mix. Fold in thawed whipped topping and marshmallows until well mixed. Refrigerate until chilled and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 132.5 mg, Sugar 24 g

APPLE AND PISTACHIO SALAD

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From Vegetarian cookbook by Nava Atlas. I love her cookbooks. Recipe has only a few minor changes. Try this as a filling in pita pockets!

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories Apple

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup unsalted pistachios, toasted and coarsely chopped
3 medium tart apples, cored and diced (peel the apples only if they are thick skinned)
1/4 cup raisins or 1/4 cup mixed dried fruit
1 medium celery, with leaves diced
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped (NOT dried)
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon safflower oil
2 teaspoons honey, softened
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
lettuce leaf, as needed

Steps:

Toast pistachio nuts and set aside to cool.
Once you've cooled and chopped the pistachios, combine them with the remaining salad ingredients.
Whisk together the dressing ingredients in a non-reactive bowl.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
Divide and place a serving on a bed of lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.2, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 4, Sodium 25.6, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 24.6, Protein 3.5

ITALIAN PISTACHIO APPLE SALAD

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An orange-flavored balsamic dressing lends refreshing flavor to baby greens and apple slices. Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/4 cup orange juice (about 1/2 large orange, fresh squeezed)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon hot sweet mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons sunflower oil
4 cups mixed baby greens
1 granny smith apple, cored and thinly sliced (or any other tart apple)
1/2 gorgonzola, crumbled
1/4 cup pistachio nut, roasted

Steps:

For dressing, whisk together orange juice, balsamic vinegar, mustard, and garlic; gradually whisk in oil until well blended. Set aside to mellow flavors.
For salad, divide greens among four salad plates. Top with apple slices. Sprinkle with cheese and nuts. Whisk dressing; drizzle over salads.

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe ingredients. This will ensure that your salad is flavorful and delicious.
Choose a variety of apples. This will give your salad a variety of textures and flavors.
Toast the pistachios. This will enhance their flavor and make them more crunchy.
Use a good quality olive oil. This will help to bring out the flavors of the other ingredients.
Season the salad to taste. This means adding salt, pepper, and other seasonings to your liking.

Conclusion:

Italian Pistachio Apple Salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit.

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