Best 10 Favorite Raspberry Tossed Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Raspberry Tossed Salad, a refreshing and vibrant dish that will elevate your taste buds. Featuring a delightful medley of crisp romaine lettuce, sweet raspberries, tangy red onion, crunchy walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese, this salad is a kaleidoscope of textures and colors. Tossed in a luscious honey-balsamic vinaigrette, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness, acidity, and a hint of nuttiness.

This recipe article presents a collection of variations to suit your preferences. For a classic twist, try the Traditional Raspberry Tossed Salad, where the harmonious blend of ingredients shines through. If you're craving a more substantial meal, opt for the Raspberry Tossed Salad with Grilled Chicken, where tender chicken breasts add a savory protein element. Vegetarians will delight in the Vegan Raspberry Tossed Salad, where crumbled tofu replaces feta cheese, offering a plant-based alternative with equal zest.

For a lighter option, explore the Raspberry Tossed Salad with Spinach, where tender spinach leaves create a delicate base for the vibrant toppings. And for a touch of exotic flair, the Raspberry Tossed Salad with Avocado and Mango introduces creamy avocado and juicy mango, adding a tropical twist to this refreshing dish.

Each recipe includes detailed instructions, ingredient lists, and helpful tips to ensure your culinary success. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will guide you in creating a delightful Raspberry Tossed Salad that will impress your palate and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TOSSED SALAD AND RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Tossed Salad and Raspberry Vinaigrette image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound mixed field greens
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup walnut pieces
One 22-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained and chilled
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup aged balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • For the salad: Place the salad greens in a large bowl. Mix in the cranberries, walnuts, mandarin oranges, grape tomatoes and feta.
  • For the vinaigrette: Combine the raspberries, vinegars, sugar and mustard in a blender until smooth. Slowly stream in the oil until combined.
  • Toss the salad with the vinaigrette before serving.

YOUR BASIC TOSSED SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 11m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 hearts romaine lettuce
2 small plum tomatoes, diced
1 Kirby cucumber or 1/4 European seedless cucumber, diced
1 small yellow onion or 1/2 red onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and shredded
1/4 cup (a couple of glugs) extra-virgin olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons (a couple of splashes) red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Place salad greens in a salad bowl and top with tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and carrot. Place oil, vinegar and sugar in a small plastic container. Put the lid on the container and shake dressing until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Pour dressing over salad. Season salad with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.

ALMOND-RASPBERRY TOSSED SALAD



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My husband and I helped prepare this summery salad for a weekend retreat. The recipe served 60 to 80 people, so I modified it to use at home. The sweet-tart dressing is wonderful over romaine with toasted almonds and fresh raspberries. -Jennifer Long, St. Peters, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups torn romaine
1 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the romaine, raspberries and almonds. In a blender, combine the remaining ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Serve with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

RASPBERRY TOSSED SALAD



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Both delicious and beautiful, this recipe includes mixed greens, fresh raspberries, mushrooms, feta cheese and more in this pretty salad. Toasted pecan halves add fun crunch, and a homemade raspberry dressing brings a delicious tang to the mix. From TOH Parties, Potlucks and Barbecues Cookbook.

Provided by Crafty Lady 13

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1 (5 ounce) package mixed baby lettuces and spring greens
1 cup fresh raspberry
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup julienned red onion
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted
2 tablespoons 100% raspberry spreadable fruit, melted
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the fruit spread, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over salad, toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.9, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 98, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.8, Protein 1.9

REFRESHING SIDE SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES AND MANDARIN ORANGES



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Add a touch of sweetness to your meal!

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Mixed Greens Salad

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5 ounce) package spring green salad mix
3 cups chopped fresh kale
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 pint fresh strawberries, quartered
¼ cup pecan halves, or to taste
1 teaspoon poppy seeds, or to taste
¼ cup raspberry vinaigrette, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix salad mix, kale, and sugar together in a large bowl. Add mandarin oranges, strawberries, pecans, and poppy seeds. Top with raspberry vinaigrette and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 157 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

STRAWBERRY FETA TOSSED SALAD



Strawberry Feta Tossed Salad image

A neighbor served this wonderful salad at a summer barbecue. I've since experimented with many ingredient combinations, but this one draws the most compliments. I took it to a baby shower, and not a seed was left in the bowl. -Lisa Lesinski-Topp Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup sunflower kernels
Balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Place first 4 ingredients in a large bowl. To serve, drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

RASPBERRY PEAR SALAD WITH GLAZED WALNUTS



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The sweet and tart tastes of this spectacular salad both surprise and please the palate. A raspberry vinaigrette ties everything together. -Diana Neves, Lafayette, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup walnut halves
2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens
3 medium pears, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
2 ounces Cambozola cheese, cubed
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons raspberry vinaigrette
1 shallot, minced
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet over low heat, stir honey and sugar until sugar is melted; add walnuts. Transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until nuts are toasted. Spread on foil to cool., In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, pears, raspberries, cheese and walnuts. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RUBY RASPBERRY SLAW



Ruby Raspberry Slaw image

Give ordinary coleslaw a "berry" tangy twist. It's sure to get raves at your next picnic or potluck. -Deborah Biggs, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups shredded red cabbage
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup prepared raspberry vinaigrette
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cabbage and carrots. In a small bowl, whisk vinaigrette, mayonnaise and pepper until blended. Add to cabbage mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 10 minutes. Top with raspberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPRING RASPBERRY SALAD



Spring Raspberry Salad image

Toss together fresh greens, raspberries, crumbled goat cheese, chopped dates and candied walnuts to create a light and flavorful side salad.

Provided by Cheri Liefeld

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons sugar
1 bag (5 oz) torn mixed salad greens
2 containers (6 oz each) fresh raspberries (2 cups)
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup chopped dates
1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
2 oz goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • In 8-inch nonstick skillet cook walnuts and sugar over low heat about 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until sugar is melted and walnuts are coated; cool and break apart.
  • In large bowl, combine salad greens, raspberries, onion and dates. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Top with cheese and walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

WONDERFUL RASPBERRY WALNUT DINNER SALAD



Wonderful Raspberry Walnut Dinner Salad image

This is a healthy and delicious salad. It has easy to find ingredients, it is easy to make, and it tastes like gourmet. Try to use a romaine/red leaf mixture; it's particularly good in this salad! You can add grilled chicken strips to this salad to create a filling main dish.

Provided by Haley

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens, rinsed and dried
1 (8 ounce) package sweetened dried cranberries
¼ cup sunflower seeds
4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
½ (8 ounce) bottle raspberry walnut vinaigrette

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the salad greens, cranberries, sunflower seeds and tomatoes. Top with avocado (and chicken strips, if desired), add vinaigrette and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 289.6 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe raspberries. This will ensure the best flavor and texture.
  • Choose a variety of salad greens. This will add color, texture, and flavor to your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to add other fruits and vegetables. This will make your salad even more nutritious and delicious.
  • Use a light dressing. This will allow the flavors of the raspberries and other ingredients to shine through.
  • Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the raspberries from wilting.

Conclusion:

Raspberry tossed salad is a delicious, refreshing, and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy meal, give raspberry tossed salad a try!

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