Best 12 Apple And Walnut Salad Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors in our Apple and Walnut Salad extravaganza!**

Embark on a culinary journey where sweet, crunchy, and tangy notes dance harmoniously in this delectable dish. Crisp Granny Smith apples, toasted walnuts, and creamy blue cheese unite in a vibrant blend of textures and flavors. Dressed in a tangy vinaigrette, this salad offers a delightful interplay of sweet and savory, with a hint of peppery arugula adding a refreshing touch.

**Explore a world of flavors:**

1. **Classic Apple and Walnut Salad:** Experience the timeless combination of Granny Smith apples, walnuts, blue cheese, and arugula, tossed in a tangy vinaigrette.

2. **Autumn Harvest Salad:** Celebrate the bounty of fall with roasted butternut squash, tart cranberries, and crumbled goat cheese, all tossed with a maple vinaigrette.

3. **Winter Wonderland Salad:** Embrace the magic of winter with crisp pears, crunchy walnuts, and creamy brie cheese, drizzled with a balsamic vinaigrette.

4. **Spring Awakening Salad:** Welcome the freshness of spring with tender asparagus, sweet strawberries, and tangy feta cheese, dressed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette.

5. **Summer Breeze Salad:** Capture the essence of summer with juicy watermelon, refreshing cucumber, and crumbled feta cheese, tossed in a light and tangy dressing.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD



Apple and Walnut Salad image

This apple walnut salad delivers sweet and tangy flavor to simple salad greens with a quick apple cider vinaigrette, cranberries and Gorgonzola cheese. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 cups torn romaine
5 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1 large red apple, chopped
1 large green apple, chopped
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/3 cup dried cranberries
CIDER VINAIGRETTE:
3/4 cup apple cider or juice
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup walnut oil or canola oil

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the first eight ingredients., In a small bowl, whisk the cider, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper; gradually whisk in oil. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ENDIVE, APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD



Endive, Apple and Walnut Salad image

This classic French combination makes a great autumn and winter salad. Walnuts and apples are always a good mix, and their flavors contrast nicely with the bitter endive. Gruyère cheese has a nutty flavor and adds a bit of protein, as well.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield Serves six

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound (about 6) Belgian endives
1 tart apple
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Scant 1/2 cup broken walnut pieces
1 1/2 ounces Gruyère cheese, cut in thin slivers about 1/3 heaped cup
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or a mix of chopped fresh parsley and chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
3 tablespoons walnut oil
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Remove any damaged outer leaves of the endives and rinse with cold water. Dry with paper towels, then separate the leaves, or slice crosswise, about 1/2 inch thick. Place in a wide salad bowl. Add the walnuts, gruyère, parsley and tarragon.
  • Quarter the apple and cut away the core, then slice very thin (you should have at least 16 slices). Place in a bowl of water acidulated with 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
  • Whisk together the vinegars, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk in the oils. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Drain the apple slices, dry on paper towels, then add to the salad bowl. Toss with the dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 220, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 333 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

APPLE, DRIED CHERRY, AND WALNUT SALAD WITH MAPLE DRESSING



Apple, Dried Cherry, and Walnut Salad with Maple Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Leafy Green     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Mayonnaise     Vinegar     Apple     Cherry     Walnut     Fall     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Maple Dressing
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or other white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
Salad
1 5-ounce bag mixed baby greens (about 10 cups lightly packed)
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, cut into matchstick-size strips
1/2 cup dried tart cherries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • For dressing:
  • Whisk mayonnaise, maple syrup, vinegar, and sugar in medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in oil until mixture thickens slightly. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Dressing can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewhisk before using.)
  • For salad:
  • Toss greens, apples, cherries, and 1/4 cup walnuts in large bowl to combine. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Divide salad equally among plates. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup walnuts and serve.

APPLE, CELERY, AND WALNUT SALAD



Apple, Celery, and Walnut Salad image

Provided by Sheila Lukins

Categories     Salad     Side     Back to School     Backyard BBQ     Lunch     Apple     Walnut     Celery     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Potluck     Parade     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Fuji apples, diced (1/4 inch)
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 ribs celery, diced (1/4 inch)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup reduced-calorie mayonnaise
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Toss the apples with the lemon juice in a bowl. Add celery, walnuts, and raisins, then toss. Combine the mayo and sour cream in another bowl, then fold into the apple mixture. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pack in tightly covered, small plastic containers.

APPLE, WALNUT, AND ENDIVE SALAD



Apple, Walnut, and Endive Salad image

This salad pairs bitter endive and arugula with apples and walnuts in a honey-mustard dressing. Don't forget the goat cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons grainy mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1 shallot, minced
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 red apples, quartered, cored, and each quarter cut into 8 wedges
3 ounces baby arugula, washed and dried (6 cups)
1 Belgian endive, leaves separated, washed and dried
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped
2 ounces soft goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • In a small skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts, stirring frequently until crisp and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the mustard, honey, shallot, and vinegar until well combined. Whisk in the oil until thick; season with salt and pepper.
  • Add apple and arugula; toss to coat. Arrange endive leaves on four serving plates, top with apple mixture and scatter mint, cheese, and walnuts over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g

APPLE, PEAR AND WALNUT SALAD



Apple, Pear and Walnut Salad image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons orange juice
1 orange, zested
1/2 cup raisins
4 apples, preferably use 2 to 3 different kinds
2 pears, preferably red and green
2/3 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together vinegar, orange juice, zest, and raisins. Core and cube apples and pears. Add fruit and walnuts to a bowl and drizzle with oil. Toss well to combine. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

APPLE, CHEESE AND TOASTED WALNUT SALAD



Apple, Cheese and Toasted Walnut Salad image

Looking for a signature salad? Try this one and keep it handy in your go-to recipe collection.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 medium head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces (about 10 cups)
4 cups mixed salad greens (from 10-oz bag)
1 container (4 oz) blue or Gorgonzola cheese crumbles
1 cup walnut halves, toasted
2 red apples, cut into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix dressing ingredients with wire whisk until sugar is dissolved (dressing will be thick); set aside.
  • In very large bowl (at least 4 quart), gently mix salad ingredients. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

APPLE, ENDIVE AND PARMESAN SALAD WITH WALNUT VINAIGRETTE



Apple, Endive and Parmesan Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Nut     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Orange     Apple     Walnut     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Endive     Lettuce     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons walnut oil or olive oil
2 Red Delicious or Pippin apples, unpeeled, cored, thinly sliced
4 heads Belgian endive
1 head butter lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
3/4 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped chives
Parmesan cheese shavings

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 tablespoons orange juice and mustard in small bowl to blend. Whisk in olive oil and walnut oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Toss apple slices and remaining 2 tablespoons orange juice in large bowl.
  • Separate endive leaves; set aside 24 leaves. Slice remaining leaves. Add sliced endive, lettuce and walnuts to bowl with apples. Add dressing; toss to coat.
  • Arrange 4 reserved endive leaves in spoke fashion on each of 6 plates. Mound salad atop leaves. Sprinkle with chives. Top each with Parmesan shavings.

BEET SOUP WITH GREENS, APPLE SALAD AND CILANTRO-WALNUT PESTO



Beet Soup With Greens, Apple Salad and Cilantro-Walnut Pesto image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     lunch, project, soups and stews, main course

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

15 medium beets, trimmed; greens reserved
10 cups beef broth (see recipe)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Beet greens (see above), stemmed and coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored and grated
1 1/2 teaspoons walnut oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup coarsely chopped Italian parsley
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
3 cups cilantro leaves
3/4 cup walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Sour cream

Steps:

  • To make the soup, place beets and broth in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until tender, about 1 hour. Drain, reserving broth. When cool enough to handle, slip skins off beets. Set aside 2 beets. Place half of the remaining beets in a food processor. Measure broth and add enough water, if necessary, to make 9 cups. Add half of broth to beets and puree until smooth. Repeat with remaining beets and broth. Combine batches and stir in salt and pepper. Reheat before serving and stir in lemon juice and more salt, if needed.
  • To make the beet greens, heat 1 1/2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beet greens and saute for 10 minutes. Add 1/3 cup of water, cover and cook until tender, about 10 minutes more. Coarsely grate the reserved beets and stir into the greens with 1 1/2 teaspoons of oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring often, until caramelized, about 15 minutes. Stir in the apple, walnut oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, parsley, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Place the cilantro, walnuts and 1/2 cup of olive oil in a food processor and process until smooth. Add3/4 teaspoon of salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons of lemon juice.
  • Place the beet green mixture, the apple mixture, the pesto and the sour cream in separate bowls. Ladle the soup into bowls. Serve, passing the condiments separately.

APPLE, BRIE, AND WALNUT SALAD



Apple, Brie, and Walnut Salad image

This easy 5-ingredient salad comes together under 10 minutes.

Provided by moosie

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 red apples, cored and thinly sliced
½ cup balsamic vinaigrette
3 cups spring mix salad greens
½ cup sliced Brie cheese
⅓ cup toasted walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Toss the apple slices with the vinaigrette in a bowl until evenly coated; add the greens and toss again; top with the Brie and walnuts just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 474.6 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

APPLE AND WALNUT SALAD -TAPAS



Apple and Walnut Salad -Tapas image

This is a very summery dish. Eat it as a appetizer or snack. I only use this recipe as a guide. You should adjust the ingredients and amounts to your tastes.

Provided by Bellinda

Categories     Potato

Time 10m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 granny smith apple, peeled, diced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 scallions, chopped
3 -4 tablespoons golden raisins
2 medium potatoes, cooked, peeled, chopped
1 celery, chopped
1/3 cup walnuts
8 ounces mayonnaise
salt, pepper
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine apples and lemon juice.
  • Then add all other ingredients except cilantro. Mix thoroughly. Before serving sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.4, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 35, Carbohydrate 67.6, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 22, Protein 8.5

APPLE AND WALNUT TOSSED SALAD



Apple and Walnut Tossed Salad image

I needed something light and easy to prepare to go with thanksgiving dinner and used what I had on hand. Instead of walnuts, you could use pine nuts for people with nut allergies. Or another kind of cheese if desired.

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

SALAD INGREDIENTS
1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced
2 green onions, sliced
2 Tbsp walnut pieces, toasted
2 Tbsp blue cheese crumbles (or feta)
5 oz mixed spring greens
DRESSING
1/3 c olive oil
1/4 c balsamic vinegar
1/4 c apple juice
1 Tbsp honey or agave
1 clove garlic, minced or grated
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chili powder or red pepper flakes (adjust amount as desired)

Steps:

  • 1. Slice apples, dip in a solution of lemon juice or salt and water to prevent browning. Pat dry, set aside.
  • 2. Toast walnuts for a few minutes in a skillet until starting to get fragrant, but before they burn. Set aside.
  • 3. In a blender, or with an immersion blender, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
  • 4. In a large bowl, toss the salad ingredients along with the dressing.

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Use firm, crisp apples that will hold their shape when tossed in the salad. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn are all good choices.
  • Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts brings out their flavor and makes them more crunchy. You can toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Use a variety of greens: A mix of greens adds color, texture, and flavor to the salad. Try using a combination of romaine lettuce, arugula, and spinach.
  • Make a simple vinaigrette: A simple vinaigrette is the perfect dressing for this salad. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Add crumbled cheese: Crumbled cheese adds a salty, tangy flavor to the salad. Try using feta, goat cheese, or blue cheese.

Conclusion:

Apple and walnut salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with fresh apples, crunchy walnuts, and a variety of greens. The simple vinaigrette dressing adds a light and tangy flavor. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste. For example, you can add other fruits or vegetables, such as pears, grapes, or celery. You can also use a different type of cheese, or you can add a handful of nuts or seeds.

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