CANDIED WALNUT SALAD WITH WALNUT VINAIGRETTE
Sweet, nutty, and herbally aromatic, this vinaigrette compliments a wide variety of dishes, and is easy to make! The sugared walnuts, nut oils, and fresh herbs dramatically open the palate for roasted meats, crisp wines, and full-bodied fare. It is a great herald for spring!
Provided by Aaron Geiger
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, and cook until the sugar has melted and turned deep brown - but not burnt, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Once the sugar has browned, stir in walnut halves until coated with caramelized sugar. Spread out onto prepared baking sheet, and place into preheated oven. Cook until the center of the walnuts have just turned a light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool until warm or room temperature.
- Whisk the vinegar together with the chives, parsley, dill, and chervil. Whisk in walnut and peanut oils until well combined.
- To serve, toss the arugula with enough dressing to moisten in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place onto salad plates and garnish with candied walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 56.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 25.8 mg, Sugar 15.3 g
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gem
gem@gmail.comThis salad was a lot of work to make. I don't think I'll be making it again.
Lashaad Briggs
lashaad58@yahoo.comI didn't have any goat cheese, so I used blue cheese instead. It was still good, but I think I would have preferred goat cheese.
Christian Dubem
d.christian@hotmail.frThe dressing was a little too thick for me. I added a little bit of water to thin it out.
Mr Khawar
mr-k60@aol.comThis salad was a little too sweet for me. I think I'll use less sugar next time.
William Seay
william-seay26@yahoo.comI added a few chopped apples to this salad for a bit of extra sweetness and crunch. It was a great addition!
Kim Kats PRO
kim81@aol.comI'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, so I used feta cheese instead. It was still delicious!
Xethean Bantom
bantom-xethean@hotmail.comThis salad is a great make-ahead meal. You can make the candied walnuts and the dressing ahead of time, and then just assemble the salad when you're ready to serve.
Mahamed Ahmed
mahamed_a63@gmail.comI'm always looking for new ways to use walnuts, and this salad is a great option. It's a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this versatile nut.
Pabitro Mondal
mondal-p@hotmail.co.ukThis salad is a great way to get your daily dose of healthy fats. Walnuts are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health.
Safayat Hossain
hs79@hotmail.comI've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!
sabi Bhai
sabi-b@gmail.comThis salad is a great choice for a light and healthy meal. It's also very versatile, so you can easily customize it to your own preferences.
JRZ JRZ
jrz.jrz99@hotmail.comI love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the candied walnuts pairs perfectly with the salty bacon and the tangy goat cheese.
Jariel Vega
jariel_v@gmail.comThis salad was a great way to use up some leftover walnuts. It was quick and easy to make, and the results were delicious.
RICH PALOMINO
p_r@hotmail.comI was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of walnuts, but I'm so glad I did! The walnuts were surprisingly delicious, and the salad was very well-balanced.
Mdparbej Aalam
aalamm@yahoo.comI loved the simplicity of this recipe. It only required a few ingredients, but the flavor was amazing!
Mojber Rahman
mr60@yahoo.comThis was my first time making a candied walnut salad, and it turned out great! The walnuts were perfectly candied, and the salad was very flavorful.
Ranu Mia
ranu.mia@gmail.comI'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fit the bill! The candied walnuts added a delicious sweetness, and the walnut vinaigrette was a great way to tie all the flavors together.
Sohel Pk
sohelpk@aol.comThis salad was a huge hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy was perfect, and the walnut vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch.