Best 6 Lettuce Raisin And Walnut Salad With Creamy Raspberry Dressing Recipes

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In the culinary world, salads are often revered for their crisp textures, vibrant colors, and refreshing flavors. Among the many enticing salad variations, the lettuce raisin and walnut salad stands out with its unique combination of ingredients that create a delightful interplay of tastes and textures. Paired with a creamy raspberry dressing, this salad transforms into a symphony of flavors, offering a delightful balance between sweet, tangy, and nutty notes. As you embark on a culinary journey to create this exquisite dish, let us guide you through the selection of the freshest ingredients and the step-by-step process to assemble this delectable salad.

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

TOSSED SALAD AND RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound mixed field greens
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup walnut pieces
One 22-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained and chilled
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup aged balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • For the salad: Place the salad greens in a large bowl. Mix in the cranberries, walnuts, mandarin oranges, grape tomatoes and feta.
  • For the vinaigrette: Combine the raspberries, vinegars, sugar and mustard in a blender until smooth. Slowly stream in the oil until combined.
  • Toss the salad with the vinaigrette before serving.

WONDERFUL RASPBERRY WALNUT DINNER SALAD



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This is a healthy and delicious salad. It has easy to find ingredients, it is easy to make, and it tastes like gourmet. Try to use a romaine/red leaf mixture; it's particularly good in this salad! You can add grilled chicken strips to this salad to create a filling main dish.

Provided by Haley

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens, rinsed and dried
1 (8 ounce) package sweetened dried cranberries
¼ cup sunflower seeds
4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
½ (8 ounce) bottle raspberry walnut vinaigrette

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the salad greens, cranberries, sunflower seeds and tomatoes. Top with avocado (and chicken strips, if desired), add vinaigrette and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 289.6 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

LETTUCE WITH CREAM DRESSING



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"THIS IS one of my mom's original recipes. Though it is very simple to make this dressing, the sweet-sour combination plus the tang of the onion seems to convince people there is some secret ingredient. All my daughters now make this salad as standard fare in their homes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 cups torn leaf or iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup vinegar
1/3 to 1/2 cup half-and-half cream or sour cream
2 to 3 tablespoons sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Place lettuce in a large bowl. In a small bowl, stir together sugar, vinegar and cream or sour cream until sugar dissolves and dressing is smooth. Stir in green onion. Just before serving, pour over lettuce; toss lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

LETTUCE, RAISIN AND WALNUT SALAD WITH CREAMY RASPBERRY DRESSING



Lettuce, Raisin and Walnut Salad With Creamy Raspberry Dressing image

For my birthday, several of my friends and neighbors got together and wrote down some of their favorite recipes. This one from Annette Q. sounds refreshing. Best in early summer when raspberries are in season.

Provided by Acerast

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup fresh raspberry
3 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons heavy cream, chilled
2 heads bibb lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup raisins
2 ounces walnuts, toasted
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Mash 1/2 cup raspberries through a fine sieve set over a bowl. Press and extract as much pulp as possible.
  • Add vinegar and sugar to pulp and stir to dissolve.
  • Whisk in oil and cream.
  • Combine lettuce, raisins and nuts in a large bowl.
  • Lightly coat lettuce leaves with dressing, add salt and pepper to taste; toss.
  • Divide among plates and sprinkle with remaining raspberries.

BUTTER LETTUCE SALAD WITH RASPBERRY-WALNUT VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Butter Lettuce Salad With Raspberry-Walnut Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon raspberry jam
2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
1/4 cup walnut oil
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 medium head butter lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1/3 cup toasted coarsely chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped red onions
1/2 cup fresh raspberry

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the jam, vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper to taste; blend until smooth.
  • In a big bowl, combine the lettuce, walnuts, and onion.
  • Add the dressing and toss gently to combine.
  • Divide among salad plates and garnish with fresh raspberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.4, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 4.1, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4, Protein 2.3

LETTUCE WITH RASPBERRY DRESSING



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My husband and I have been married almost 40 years, and we have 10 children and half a dozen grandchildren. So I'm used to cooking for crowds! We live out in the country on a small acreage with a big garden. Our daughter enjoys making different kinds of vinegar, and helping her to use them up is how this recipe came about. It always draws umm-umm-good reviews when I serve it at family potlucks or with a casserole and rolls.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings (3/4 cup dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 10

DRESSING:
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1 tablespoon sour cream
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
SALAD:
6 cups leaf lettuce, washed, drained and chilled
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk together the first five dressing ingredients; fold in raspberries. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Place lettuce in salad bowl; add walnuts. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-washed and chopped lettuce and walnuts.
  • If you don't have fresh raspberries, you can use frozen raspberries that have been thawed and drained.
  • You can adjust the amount of sugar in the dressing to your taste.
  • If you want a sweeter dressing, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
  • For a more tangy dressing, you can add a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar.
  • Serve the salad immediately after dressing it, or the lettuce will start to wilt.

Conclusion:

This salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy fresh lettuce, raisins, and walnuts. The creamy raspberry dressing adds a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the other ingredients perfectly. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.

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