Best 7 Harvest Salad With Raspberry Vinaigrette Recipes

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Calling all salad lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our harvest salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that celebrates the best of seasonal produce. This delightful salad boasts a symphony of flavors and textures, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch, a hearty side, or even a delightful vegetarian main course.

In this article, we present two variations of our harvest salad, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe features a classic raspberry vinaigrette, a tangy and sweet dressing that perfectly complements the earthy flavors of the salad greens and roasted vegetables. For those who prefer a more savory option, our second recipe showcases a creamy goat cheese dressing, adding a rich and tangy dimension to the salad.

Both versions of the harvest salad are packed with an array of colorful vegetables, including crisp apples, sweet roasted beets, hearty roasted butternut squash, and crunchy walnuts. The addition of crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese provides a creamy and tangy contrast, while a sprinkling of fresh herbs, such as thyme or parsley, adds a touch of aromatic freshness.

Whether you choose the classic raspberry vinaigrette or the creamy goat cheese dressing, you'll be delighted by the harmonious blend of flavors and textures in this harvest salad. It's a dish that's not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it a delightful addition to any table. So, gather your ingredients, and let's dive into the recipes to create a harvest salad that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for 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.

HARVEST SALAD WITH RASPBERRY WALNUT VINAIGRETTE RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Harvest Salad with Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by Johanna

Number Of Ingredients 12

Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette:
1/2 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
6 oz. baby spinach, rinsed and dried
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or feta
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 avocado, peeled, pitted and diced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. red raspberry jam (with seeds)
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/4 cup walnut oil or extra virgin olive oil
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. To toast the walnuts, preheat oven to 375 F. Arrange walnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 5 minutes, or until the walnuts begin to brown. 2. In a large bowl or separate serving bowls, toss together spinach, cranberries, cheese, tomato, avocado, and red onion. 3. Combine raspberry jam and red wine vinegar in a food processor. With the motor running slowly add in the oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (This can be done by hand with a whisk but the dressing will easily separate.) Drizzle dressing over the salad and serve.

HARVEST SALAD



Harvest Salad image

Spinach salad with blue cheese, walnuts, and dried cranberries. If you can't find walnut oil, olive oil may be substituted.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup chopped walnuts
1 bunch spinach, rinsed and torn into bite-size pieces
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crumbled blue cheese
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
½ red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red raspberry jam (with seeds)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
⅓ cup walnut oil
freshly ground black pepper to taste
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Arrange walnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in oven for 5 minutes, or until nuts begin to brown.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the spinach, walnuts, cranberries, blue cheese, tomatoes, avocado, and red onion.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together jam, vinegar, walnut oil, pepper, and salt. Pour over the salad just before serving, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 206.7 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Raspberry Vinaigrette image

This Raspberry Vinaigrette recipe is perfectly sweet and tart and is a delicious addition to any salad recipe! Quick and easy to make with just a handful of ingredients! A summer staple!

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Condiment

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 ounces raspberries
1 tablespoon honey (or agave nectar)
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar
7 tablespoons olive oil (I used extra virgin)
¼ teaspoon salt
freshly ground pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a food processor (or blender) combine the raspberries, garlic powder, honey and vinegar. Process on medium high for 30 seconds until mixture is smooth.
  • Add olive oil and process for another 30 seconds until emulsified.
  • Add in spices and process for an additional 10 seconds.
  • Taste and adjust spices if necessary.
  • Transfer vinaigrette to a mason jar and refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 74 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ROMAINE SALAD WITH CHOICE OF RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE OR CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING



Romaine Salad with Choice of Raspberry Vinaigrette or Creamy Italian Dressing image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1 shallot, quartered
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 garlic clove, lightly crushed with the side of a knife blade, and quartered
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch crushed red pepper
2 tablespoons Parmesan
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
12 cups romaine lettuce soaked in salt water to remove grit, stiff spines removed, torn into bite sized pieces and dried with a salad spinner (from 2 or 3 heads romaine lettuce)
1 red onion, thinly sliced on a mandolin
1 Vidalia onion, thinly sliced on a mandoline
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 small loaf French bread, sliced, toasted and cut into croutons

Steps:

  • For the raspberry vinaigrette:
  • Add the vinegar to a blender, replace the lid, turn it on, and through the feed opening, add, 1 at a time, the shallot, black pepper, salt, mustard, and thyme. Then leaving the blender running, add the olive oil in a slow thin stream.
  • Wash and dry the blender to have it ready to prepare the other dressing.
  • For the creamy Italian dressing:
  • Add the vinegar to a blender, replace the lid, turn it on, and through the feed opening, add, 1 at a time, the garlic, black pepper, salt, red pepper, and Parmesan. Then leaving the blender running, add the olive oil in a slow thin stream.
  • For the salad, toss the lettuce, red onion, sweet onion, tomatoes, Parmesan, and parsley together in a large bowl. Top with croutons, and serve the dressings on the side.

FRESH RASPBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Fresh Raspberry Balsamic Vinaigrette image

Super quick and easy salad dressing to use up those extra berries. I'm sure this would be tasty with other berries too.

Provided by mommy2two

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup fresh raspberries
1 tablespoon white sugar
⅔ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix raspberries and sugar together in a bowl; set aside until mixture is juicy, about 10 minutes. Mash berries using a fork until liquefied. Pour berry mixture into a jar with a lid; add balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, and salt. Cover jar with lid and shake until dressing is mixed well. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 75.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

HARVEST SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Harvest Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette image

Make and share this Harvest Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Babs in Toyland

Categories     Raspberries

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup walnuts
4 ounces blue cheese
2 granny smith apples, thinly sliced
salt
assorted baby greens
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup honey
1/2 cup raspberry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Brush walnuts with butter, sprinkle with salt and roast in 250 degree oven for about 15 minutes until toasted.
  • Arrange greens on individual plates.
  • Top with some of each; apple, walnuts and cheese.
  • Drizzle lightly with dressing.
  • For the dressing, combine all the ingredients in a jar and shake until well blended.

Tips:

  • Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Choose a variety of greens: This will add texture and interest to your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to add other vegetables: Roasted vegetables, such as butternut squash or sweet potatoes, can add a touch of sweetness and warmth to your salad.
  • Add some protein: Grilled chicken, tofu, or tempeh are all great options for adding protein to your salad.
  • Make your own dressing: This is a great way to control the flavor and ingredients of your dressing.
  • Store your salad properly: Leftover salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Harvest salad with raspberry vinaigrette is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the flavors of fall. This salad is packed with fresh and seasonal ingredients, and the raspberry vinaigrette adds a touch of sweetness and tartness. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, this salad is sure to be a hit.

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