If you are looking for a salad that is healthy, tasty, and easy to make, then spinach salad with raspberries and candied walnuts is the perfect choice for you. With its vibrant colors, delightful textures, and irresistible flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or as a refreshing meal on a warm day. The combination of sweet raspberries, crunchy candied walnuts, and earthy spinach creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
SPINACH SALAD WITH RASPBERRIES & CANDIED WALNUTS
I created a bright spinach salad with raspberries for a big family dinner. Even those who don't normally like spinach change their minds after the first bite. -Robert Aucelluzzo, Simi Valley, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300°. In a small bowl, whisk egg white and vanilla until frothy. Stir in walnuts. Sprinkle with sugar; toss to coat evenly. Spread in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Bake 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring every 10 minutes. Spread on waxed paper to cool completely., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Place spinach in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with raspberries and 1 cup candied walnuts (save remaining walnuts for another use).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 13g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPINACH BERRY SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS
Steps:
- For the dressing: Whisk together the vinegar, mustard, honey, jam, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Whisk in the oil in a slow stream and continue whisking until the dressing is emulsified.
- For the salad: Toss together the spinach, blackberries, onions and Candied Walnuts in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss. Using a vegetable peeler, shave some cheese over the top.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the walnuts and stir to coat. Raise the heat to medium, add the sugar and cook until the sugar is dissolved and caramelized, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, then transfer the mixture to the baking sheet. Spread the nuts in a single layer. Let the walnuts cool until hardened, about 15 minutes.
SPINACH SALAD WITH RASPBERRY DRESSING
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, mustard, vinegar, pepper, garlic salt, dried basil, sugar, and salt until dressing is well combined.
- In another large bowl, combine the spinach, mushrooms, strawberries, and red onion. Add the dressing and toss well. Sprinkle with the Candied Almonds.
- In a saute pan over medium heat, add the sugar and heat until it melts, about 6 minutes. Add the slivered almonds and cook until the sugar has caramelized, stirring constantly. Remove from the pan to a parchment lined sheet pan and cool. Once it has cooled, break into small pieces and set aside.
SPINACH SALAD WITH WALNUTS
Nutritious spinach gets a protein boost from walnuts and eggs.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, shallot, and tarragon.
- Add spinach, walnuts, hard-cooked eggs, and mushrooms. Season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Toss just before serving.
STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS
This classic salad goes with just about anything you're serving. The juicy berries add a pop of color to the greens, and the sweet, crunchy nuts are good enough to eat all on their own! -Susan Howell, Royal Oak, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small heavy saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; stir gently to moisten all the sugar. Cook over medium-low heat, gently swirling pan occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Cover; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook 1 minute. Uncover pan; continue to boil and gently swirl pan until syrup turns a deep amber color, about 2-3 minutes. Immediately remove from heat and carefully stir in walnuts until evenly coated. Spread onto foil to cool completely. Break into pieces., In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries and cucumber. In a small bowl, whisk the first 6 vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and walnuts. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
RASPBERRY AND SPINACH SALAD
This was served at our wedding and it was really delicious. I thought all spinach salads were pretty much the same until I tried this dressing.
Provided by Gay Gilmore
Categories Spinach
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix the oil into the poppyseeds, dijon and honey.
- Add vinegar.
- Shake well-- this dressing stays emulsified very well.
- You can toss with the rest of the salad ingredients or toss with just the spinach and then garnish the top with the other ingredients, or plate each serving and pour dressing over, whatever you choose.
SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES AND CANDIED WALNUTS
Spinach, dried cranberries and candied walnuts tossed together with a honey vinaigrette dressing. Easy and delicious!
Provided by Cleanfreshcuisine
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 10 , 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Candy the walnuts: Place the walnuts and the 1/4 cup of sugar in a nonstick skillet. Turn heat to medium high and stir constantly with a wooden spoon until the sugar has melted and coated the walnuts. Turn onto a greased sheet of foil and separate with 2 forks. Let cool while assembling the salad.
- Wash and dry the spinach. Tear into bite sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Add cranberries and candied walnuts.
- Make dressing: in a cruet, combine the olive oil, vinegar and honey. Shake well.
- Dress the salad just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.2, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 72.6, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 9.1, Protein 2.6
MISSY'S CANDIED WALNUT GORGONZOLA SALAD
A yummy, easy salad with candied walnuts, cranberries, Gorgonzola cheese, mixed greens, and a raspberry vinaigrette. It's always a big hit and is requested by my friends and family constantly! Even my picky fiance!
Provided by MissyPorkChop
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place walnuts and sugar in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves into a light brown liquid and coats the walnuts. Remove walnuts from skillet, and spread them out on a sheet of aluminum foil to cool.
- Place in a large salad bowl the mixed greens, cranberries, cheese, vinaigrette, vinegar, and olive oil. Toss gently; add candied walnuts, and toss again.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 273.4 mg, Sugar 24.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh spinach. Fresh spinach has a crisp texture and a mild, slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in this salad.
- Choose ripe raspberries. Ripe raspberries are plump and juicy, and they have a deep red color. Avoid berries that are bruised or moldy.
- Toast the walnuts. Toasting the walnuts brings out their flavor and makes them more crunchy. You can toast the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
- Make the candied walnuts ahead of time. The candied walnuts can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Use a light dressing. A light dressing will allow the flavors of the spinach, raspberries, and walnuts to shine through. A simple vinaigrette or a honey mustard dressing would be a good choice.
- Serve the salad immediately. This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The spinach will wilt if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
This spinach salad with raspberries and candied walnuts is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of spinach, raspberries, walnuts, and dressing is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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