Best 9 Mixed Greens With Walnuts And Roasted Onion Dressing Recipes

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Mixed greens with walnuts and roasted onion dressing is a delightful and healthy salad that combines the fresh, vibrant flavors of mixed greens with the nutty richness of walnuts and the sweet, caramelized notes of roasted onions. This salad is a perfect accompaniment to a variety of main dishes or can be enjoyed as a light and refreshing meal on its own.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

MIXED GREENS WITH WALNUT VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 6 sliced garlic cloves in 1/4 cup olive oil over low heat until golden, 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in 3 tablespoons each chopped walnuts and sun-dried tomatoes (not oil-packed); let cool. Stir in 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Toss with 1 small head each torn Bibb and red-leaf lettuce.

MIXED GREENS WITH WALNUTS AND ROASTED ONION DRESSING



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Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Onion     Appetizer     Side     Super Bowl     Low Cal     Lunch     Winter     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large onions (about 1 3/4 pounds), peeled, cut into 8 wedges
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons walnut oil or olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup canned chicken broth
6 tablespoons Sherry wine vinegar
14 cups mixed greens (such as curly endive, romaine, Belgian endive and radicchio), torn into bite-size pieces
1 cup chopped toasted walnuts (about 4 ounces)
1/2 small red onion, halved, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 2 onions cut side down on baking sheet. Pour 2 tablespoons oil over. Sprinkle with sugar. Bake onions 30 minutes; turn onions over and bake until brown and caramelized, about 30 minutes longer. Cool. Transfer onions to processor. Add remaining 1 cup oil, broth and vinegar and puree (mixture will be thick). Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Combine greens, 1/2 cup walnuts and half of red onion in large bowl. Add enough dressing to coat greens; toss well. Sprinkle remaining walnuts and red onion over and serve.

MIXED GREENS WITH RASPBERRY-WALNUT DRESSING



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup raspberry preserves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and ground black pepper
4 cups mixed lettuce greens
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Whisk together raspberry preserves, oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper. Arrange lettuce on salad plates. Top lettuce with dressing and walnuts just before serving.

MIXED GREENS WITH WALNUT AND ROASTED ONION DRESSING



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The best part of this salad is the dressing. Its great on any salad and I prefer using big yellow onions that are strong in flavor. Add a bit of goat cheese for extra flavor.

Provided by Barrett

Categories     Mixed Greens Salad

Time 1h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large onions, sliced into wedges
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon white sugar
½ cup chicken broth
6 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
14 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup toasted chopped walnuts
½ red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place onions cut side down on baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 30 minutes. Turn onions over and bake until brown and caramelized, about 30 minutes longer. Set aside to cool.
  • Place onions in food processor, add remaining oil, broth and vinegar. Puree until smooth and thick. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine greens, 1/2 cup walnuts and half of red onion. Add enough dressing to coat greens, toss well. Sprinkle with remaining walnuts and red onion and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 60.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

MIXED GREENS WITH MARINATED RED ONIONS AND SUNFLOWER SEEDS



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoons plus 2 Teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce, or tamari
2 teaspoons honey
2 small red onions, sliced as thinly as possible into rounds
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
6 ounces mixed salad greens, such as arugula, mizuna, and watercress
4 teaspoons raw sunflower seeds
2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon honey. Add onion; toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap; marinate at room temperature up to 2 hours or in the refrigerator up to 5 days.
  • When ready to serve, make dressing: In a small bowl, combine remaining tablespoon lime juice with remaining 2 teaspoons soy sauce and 1 teaspoon honey. Slowly add oil in a steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Place greens in a salad bowl. Using tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer onions to salad bowl, draining off excess marinade. Pour dressing over salad mixture in bowl. Add sunflower and sesame seeds; toss to combine. Serve immediately.

MIXED GREENS WITH LEMON CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE



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Simple and delicious, this champagne vinaigrette recipe pairs perfectly with mixed greens or a salad of your choice. -Ray Uyeda, Mountain View, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
4 cups torn leaf lettuce
4 cups fresh spinach
2 cups fresh arugula
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, lemon juice, mustard and shallot. Gradually whisk in oil., In a large bowl, combine lettuce, spinach and arugula. Pour vinaigrette over salad; toss to coat. Top with walnuts and pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH WARM WALNUT DRESSING



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A stunning salad starts with mixed field greens and four other on-hand ingredients. Have it ready in 15 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups mixed field greens (about 5 oz)
6 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1/2 cup walnut halves
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Divide field greens among 4 salad bowls.
  • Place 1 tablespoon of the oil in medium microwavable bowl. Add walnut halves; stir to coat. Microwave uncovered on High 2 minutes 30 seconds to 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until walnuts are fragrant.
  • Stir in remaining 5 tablespoons oil and the vinegar. Microwave uncovered on High about 30 seconds or until dressing is warm but not boiling. Add salt; stir until dressing is well mixed. Pour over salads. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

VINAIGRETTE FOR MIXED GREENS



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This pleasantly tangy homemade vinaigrette dressing takes just minutes to make. I toss it with fresh greens and colorful red onion slices. -Brad Moritz, Limerick, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Mixed salad greens and sliced red onion

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper; shake well. In a salad bowl, combine greens and onion. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

MIXED GREENS WITH WALNUTS



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A delicious nutty side dish to complement your Christmas meal

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Side dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

400g Brussels sprout , trimmed and thickly sliced
250g Savoy or green cabbage , sliced or shredded
100g shallot , peeled and sliced
2 tsp each butter and olive oil
300ml vegetable or chicken stock (use vegetable if you have any vegetarian guests over for Christmas)
400g frozen peas
50g walnut , chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil, add your sliced sprouts and cabbage, then boil for 2 mins. Drain, rinse in cold water to cool, then drain well again. Soften the sliced shallots in a frying pan with the butter and oil until meltingly soft. Cover the veg separately with cling film and chill for up to 24 hrs, until just before serving.
  • While your turkey is resting, tip shallots back into your largest frying pan with the stock and heat until simmering. Stir in the blanched sprouts, cabbage and frozen peas and cook for 2-3 mins until all the veg is tender and stock reduced. Season and stir in the walnuts just before serving

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.13 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a variety of mixed greens, such as arugula, spinach, and kale.
  • Toast the walnuts in a pan or oven to enhance their flavor.
  • Use a good quality olive oil for the dressing.
  • Roast the onion until it is caramelized and slightly sweet.
  • Add a splash of white wine vinegar or lemon juice to the dressing for a bit of acidity.
  • Season the dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss the salad just before serving to prevent the greens from wilting.

Conclusion:

This mixed greens salad with walnuts and roasted onion dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone. The salad is also very easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights. Give this recipe a try and you won't be disappointed!

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