Welcome to a journey of creating a tantalizing and delightful romaine salad that bursts with fresh flavors and textures. This recipe features a crisp romaine lettuce base adorned with vibrant red onions, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy orange vinaigrette. It's a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and zesty that will elevate any meal. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the world of flavors and create a stunning salad that will impress your palate and leave you craving more.
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ROMAINE SALAD WITH RED ONIONS, WALNUTS AND ORANGE VINAIGRETTE
Recipe courtesy of Rachael Ray. I saw her make this on an episode of 30 Minute Meals and it looked wonderful!
Provided by SusieQusie
Categories Greens
Time 7m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toast nuts over low heat in a small skillet until crisp and fragrant.
- Place romaine in salad bowl and scatter the red onions down over the greens.
- In a small bowl, combine the marmalade, red pepper flakes, balsamic vinegar and fresh or dried rosemary using a fork or small whisk. Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil into the dressing until combined.
- Season the dressing with salt, to taste. Dress and toss salad and adjust seasoning.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.4, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 9.9, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 5.5
ROMAINE SALAD WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place roasted red bell peppers in food processor bowl. Season them up with salt and pepper. Add garlic and vinegar to food processor. Turn processor on and stream in extra-virgin olive oil and some honey. When dressing is smooth and combined, stop and adjust seasonings.
- Chop romaine into bite-sized pieces and put in a salad bowl then pour the dressing over lettuce, toss and serve. Garnish with chopped olives.
ORANGE ROMAINE SALAD
Romaine lettuce and orange slices are tossed with a light honey vinaigrette.
Provided by Justin Shepheard
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small container with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, oil, honey, salt, pepper and green onion. Close the lid, and shake vigorously to blend.
- Place the romaine lettuce into a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with dressing and toss to coat. Add orange slices and toss gently. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 149.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
RED ONION ROMAINE SALAD
Make and share this Red Onion Romaine Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by katii
Categories Greens
Time 10m
Yield 1 salad, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine onion, lettuce, and pepper; toss well.
- Mix vinegar, mustard, sugar, and pepper in a small bowl; whisk until smooth.
- Drizzle sauce over saad.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.5, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 4.7, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 1.2
ORANGE ROMAINE SALAD
With this salad, spinach or another dark-green leaf lettuce works as well as the romaine. The oil and vinegar can be replaced by an oil-based honey French dressing or a honey mustard or poppy seed dressing.-Nanci Keatley, Salem, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine romaine, oranges and onion. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ROMAINE WITH ORANGES
Mandarin oranges give this crisp, cool salad a refreshing tang that will perk up any meal. There's even orange juice in the light vinaigrette that glistens as it coats the greens. -Heather Ahrens Columbus, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, toss the romaine, oranges and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled; toss before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
RED ROMAINE SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND EGGS
This crunchy walnut-and-red-lettuce salad combines classic flavors, and is just right for a light lunch or served on the side with a larger meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put eggs in a medium saucepan of water; bring to a boil. After 2 minutes, cover; turn off heat. Let stand 6 minutes. Let cool in an ice-water bath.
- Drizzle lettuce and walnuts in a bowl with 5 tablespoons vinaigrette (or to taste); toss. Peel eggs; halve. Serve on top of salad. Season with salt and pepper.
ORANGE, WALNUT, GORGONZOLA AND MIXED GREENS SALAD WITH FRESH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE
A tasty summery salad made with fresh oranges, red onions, glazed walnuts, and Gorgonzola cheese, then topped with a homemade citrus vinaigrette! Easy and delicious!
Provided by FAITHFUL96
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat. Cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly browned.
- In a large bowl, toss the toasted walnuts, salad greens, oranges, and red onion.
- In a large jar with a lid, mix the olive oil, vegetable oil, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, mustard, oregano, and pepper. Seal jar, and shake to mix.
- Divide the salad greens mixture into individual servings. To serve, sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese, and drizzle with the dressing mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 127.8 mg, Sugar 16.7 g
ROMAINE AND RED ONION SALAD WITH PARMESAN BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Leafy Green Onion Quick & Easy Low Sodium Vinegar Parmesan Gourmet
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a small bowl toss the bread cubes with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and salt to taste and on a baking sheet toast them in the middle of the oven for 10 minutes, or until they are golden. Transfer the croutons to a salad bowl and let them cool. In a blender or small food processor blend together the garlic, the vinegar, the water, 3 tablespoons of the Parmesan, the orégano, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste until the dressing is combined well. To the croutons add the romaine, the onion, and the dressing, toss the salad well, and sprinkle it with the additional Parmesan.
HEARTS OF ROMAINE SALAD WITH APPLE, RED ONION, AND CIDER VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Whisk first 8 ingredients in small bowl for dressing. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate. Rewhisk before using.)
- Place sliced onion in medium bowl. Cover with cold water; let stand 30 minutes. Drain well. Place 1/3 cup dressing in another medium bowl. Add apples; toss to coat.
- Trim off tips of romaine halves, leaving 5-inch lengths. Cut each romaine half lengthwise into 3 wedges. Fan wedges on large platter. Top with red onion slices. Drizzle salad with dressing, then sprinkle with apples and pecans.
Tips:
- For a sweeter vinaigrette, use a navel orange instead of a cara cara orange. - To add a bit of spice, try using a balsamic vinegar instead of a white wine vinegar. - If you don't have any walnuts on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as almonds or pecans. - Be sure to wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly before using it. - If you don't have any red onions on hand, you can use a yellow onion or a shallot instead. - Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of salad dressings. There are many delicious options to choose from.Conclusion:
Romaine salad with red onions, walnuts, and orange vinaigrette is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a salad that is both flavorful and nutritious. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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