Best 2 Walnut Romaine Salad Recipes

Embark on a culinary adventure with "Walnut Romaine Salad", a delectable dish that combines the crunch of walnuts with the crispness of romaine lettuce, creating a symphony of textures. This wholesome salad is adorned with savory ingredients that harmoniously blend, promising a tantalizing experience with every bite. Let's delve into the world of flavors and discover the best practices for crafting this irresistible salad.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

WALNUT ROMAINE SALAD

Walnut Romaine Salad image

This salad offers plenty of crunch and a zippy vinegar and oil dressing.-Harriet Stichter, Milford, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 small bunch romaine, torn
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 cup seasoned salad croutons
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 garlic clove, minced
Dash pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss the romaine, zucchini, croutons and walnuts. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, garlic and pepper until smooth. Serve with the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GORGONZOLA CHEESE, WALNUT, AND ROMAINE SALAD

Gorgonzola Cheese, Walnut, and Romaine Salad image

This is my husband's favorite salad! It is very elegant - perfect for a dinner party or even a candlelight dinner for two! I recommend using only half of the salad dresssing, and saving the rest for later.

Provided by Helping Hands

Categories Free Of...

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 head romaine lettuce or 1 -2 package pre-washed pre-torn romaine lettuce
1/2 cup walnut pieces
5 tablespoons olive oil
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 (4 ounce) box crumbled gorgonzola
salt and pepper

Steps:

Heat oven to 350 and toast the walnut pieces (on baking sheet) for a few minutes.
Pour lettuce into bowl.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, and mustard in small bowl.
Add cheese and toasted walnut pieces to lettuce.
Pour salad dressing over salad and toss well.

Tips:

For a sweeter salad, use a sweeter variety of apple, such as a Honeycrisp or Fuji. If you prefer a tarter salad, use a Granny Smith or Braeburn apple.
If you don't have walnut pieces, you can chop up some walnuts or use another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
You can add a bit of crumbled blue cheese or goat cheese to the salad for an extra boost of flavor.
If you're making the salad ahead of time, toss the walnuts and apples with a little bit of lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This Waldorf salad is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make, yet elegant and delicious. The combination of sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and creamy mayonnaise is simply irresistible. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or just as a quick and easy lunch, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table.