Best 2 Grape Almond Salad Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our refreshing Grape Almond Salad! This vibrant salad combines the sweetness of grapes, the crunch of almonds, and the tang of a zesty dressing, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a healthy snack, this salad is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. With variations including a classic vinaigrette dressing, a creamy honey mustard dressing, and a tangy lemon-herb dressing, this recipe offers options to suit every palate. Whether you prefer a simple yet flavorful dressing or a more robust and creamy option, you'll find the perfect match for your taste preferences. So gather your ingredients, explore the dressing variations, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you feeling revitalized and satisfied.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

ARUGULA, GRAPE, AND ALMOND SALAD WITH SABA VINAIGRETTE

Arugula, Grape, and Almond Salad with Saba Vinaigrette image

Provided by Suzanne Goin

Categories Salad Side Thanksgiving Vegetarian Almond Arugula Fall Healthy Low Cholesterol Grape Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 pound seedless red or purple grapes
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 tablespoon (or more) Sherry vinegar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon saba or aged balsamic vinegar plus more for drizzling
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound arugula (about 8 cups)
1/4 pound Roncal, Manchego, or Pecorino cheese, shaved with a peeler
3/4 cup salted, roasted Marcona almonds, coarsely chopped
Ingredient info: Saba is available at specialty foods stores and ilmercatoitaliano.net. Marcona almonds can be found at natural and specialty foods stores and latienda.com.

Steps:

Finely chop 7 grapes; transfer to a small bowl. Cut remaining grapes in half; transfer to another small bowl and set aside. Using a fork, mash chopped grapes in bowl into a purée. Stir in shallot, 1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt and let sit for 5 minutes. Whisk in oil and 1 tablespoon saba. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt, pepper, and more Sherry vinegar, if desired. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette and halved grapes can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill vinaigrette and grapes separately. Bring vinaigrette to room temperature and rewhisk before continuing.
Combine arugula and halved grapes in a large bowl; drizzle with vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper. Toss salad to coat. Arrange salad on chilled dinner plates, dividing evenly. Scatter cheese and almonds over. Drizzle salads with more saba.

SPICED ALMOND, GRAPE AND MIXED GREEN SALAD

Spiced Almond, Grape and Mixed Green Salad image

"This is a bite of springtime. The spiced almonds create a great texture against the juicy grapes and the grassy parsley. Use whatever combination of greens you like best here. I am partial to some arugula, romaine and spinach. You can make the dressing and gather all of these ingredients ahead of time and then just toss the salad just before you're ready to serve it." -Alex Guarnaschelli

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3/4 cup Fisher® Sliced Almonds, toasted
1 tsp. paprika
Pinch of kosher salt
1 Tbsp. plus 1 teaspoon Red Wine vinegar
2 tsp. Grainy Mustard
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/8 tsp. salt
3 cups mixed greens, washed
6 red radishes, tops trimmed down to 1/2 inch, thoroughly washed and dried
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, stemmed, leaves washed and dried
3/4 cup seedless red (or green) grapes, stemmed, washed and dried

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Almonds: Combine the almonds and paprika and a pinch of salt. Toss to blend. Transfer to a baking sheet and toast until browned, 5-8 minutes. Set aside.
3. Dressing: Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a small bowl, set aside.
4. Salad: Place the radishes on a flat surface and, using a small, sharp knife, slice them into ¼ inch rounds (with the bit of the tops still attached).
5. Toss the mixed greens, radishes, parsley and grapes to the bowl and toss to blend. Top with the almonds. Serve immediately.

Tips:

Use seedless grapes for a more enjoyable eating experience.
If you don't have toasted almonds on hand, you can easily make your own by spreading raw almonds on a baking sheet and toasting them in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant.
Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as crumbled feta cheese, diced red onion, or chopped fresh herbs like mint or parsley.
For a sweeter salad, use sweeter grapes like Red Globes or Concord grapes.
For a more tart salad, use tarter grapes like Sauvignon Blancs or Pinot Grigios.
Serve the salad immediately after making it for the best flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

This grape almond salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its sweet grapes, crunchy almonds, and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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