Best 10 Hearty Winter Vegetable Salad With Black Onion Seed Vinaigrette Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our hearty winter vegetable salad, a culinary masterpiece that celebrates the bounty of the season. This vibrant dish features a medley of roasted root vegetables, crisp apples, and earthy greens, all tossed in a tangy black onion seed vinaigrette. The salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Alongside the main salad recipe, we offer three additional enticing variations: a roasted butternut squash salad with quinoa and cranberries, a warm lentil salad with roasted vegetables, and a refreshing fennel and orange salad. Each recipe is carefully crafted to tantalize your taste buds and provide a unique culinary experience.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

HEARTY VEGETABLE SALAD AND VINAIGRETTE



Hearty Vegetable Salad and Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 new potatoes
8 fingerling potatoes
4 waxy Peruvian purple potatoes
2 large beets
1 cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper
2 cups shredded carrots
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups green beans, blanched
2 cups snow peas, blanched
1 small head leafy green lettuce
8 ounces albacore tuna, white meat in spring water, drained
1 cup Nicoise olives

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling, salted water, place the potatoes one variety at a time, the purple potatoes last, and cook until fork tender. Remove with a slotted spoon into an ice bath. Drain all potatoes. Cut the new potatoes and purple potatoes into quarters. Slice the fingerling potatoes lengthwise.
  • Place the beets into the pot of boiling water and cook until fork tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse under cold water and remove the skin. Wear gloves to avoid turning your skin purple. Slice beets into wedges.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, olive oil, honey and Dijon until an emulsion has formed. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss all of the vegetables except the lettuce and the olives with approximately 2 tablespoons of vinaigrette. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  • In a separate large bowl, toss a handful of greens per person with 2 tablespoons of vinaigrette per person. Plate the lettuce and then place a mound of mixed vegetables on top of the lettuce.
  • Top each salad with a 1 to 2 ounce portion of the albacore tuna. Garnish with the olives. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calorie, Fat 5.6 grams, SaturatedFat 0.8 grams, Carbohydrate 35.9 grams, Fiber 13.1 grams, Protein 19.4 grams

CHICKEN AND VEGGIE GRAIN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken And Veggie Grain Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breast, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, italian seasoning, olive oil, shallot, champagne vinegar, lemon, olive oil, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, red pepper flakes, spring mix, red onion, cherry tomato, cucumber, feta cheese, fresh dill, dried cherry, dried oregano, pearled couscous

Provided by Lipton

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons shallot, minced
1 ½ tablespoons champagne vinegar
½ lemon, plus more to taste, juiced
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 ½ cups spring mix
¼ cup red onion, sliced
⅓ cup cherry tomato, quartered
¼ cup cucumber, diced
¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
3 tablespoons dried cherry, chopped
1 tablespoon dried oregano
⅓ cup pearled couscous, cooked according to package instructions and cooled

Steps:

  • Make the chicken: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Season the chicken on both sides with the salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • In a small ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook the chicken for 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, combine the minced shallot and champagne vinegar. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, and whisk together until emulsified.
  • Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the spring mix, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, dill, dried cherries, dried oregano, and couscous.
  • Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss until well combined. Season with more salt and lemon juice to taste. Divide the salad between individual bowls.
  • Slice the chicken, then divide among the salad bowls. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498 calories, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 43 grams, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 13 grams

HEARTY WINTER SALAD WITH SHERRY VINAIGRETTE



Hearty Winter Salad with Sherry Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Sherry     Spring     Winter

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Dressing
3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 large garlic clove
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 (10-ounce) bag of mixed baby greens, rinsed and spun dry (about 6 cups)
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and diced
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
2 ounces feta cheese, coarsely crumbled

Steps:

  • Blend the vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a blender until the garlic is finely chopped. With the motor running, slowly blend in the oil.
  • Toss the baby greens, bell pepper, olives, and cheese in a salad bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat.

ROASTED VEGGIE AND WHITE BEAN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Roasted Veggie And White Bean Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: white onion, red wine vinegar, lemon, lemon, dijon mustard, fine sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, extra-virgin olive oil, broccoli, fennel bulb, garlic, red pepper flakes, fennel fond, white bean, hard-boiled eggs

Provided by Chris Salicrup

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 white onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 lemon, zested
1 lemon, juiced
1 ½ teaspoons dijon mustard
fine sea salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 head broccoli, cut into large florets
1 fennel bulb, trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch (1 cm) wedges
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 pinch red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fennel fond, finely chopped
15 oz white bean, 1 can, drained and rinsed
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220˚C).
  • In a large bowl, add the white onion, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine.
  • In a large bowl, toss together 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, broccoli, fennel, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  • Spread the broccoli onto a large baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake, tossing the vegetables occasionally, until tender and golden, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Remove the garlic from the baking sheet, and finely chop. Add the minced garlic to the onion mixture.
  • Whisking constantly, slowly add the remaining ¼ cup (60 ML) of the olive oil to the onion mixture until an emulsified dressing forms. Whisk in the fennel fronds.
  • Add the beans and roasted vegetables, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with the chopped eggs and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 48 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 9 grams

GRILLED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH FRESH HERB VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Vegetable Salad with Fresh Herb Vinaigrette image

Delicious grilled vegetable salad served room temperature. Great the next day too! The vinaigrette can be used on any salad or as a marinade for chicken and fish. Substitute basil for cilantro if you don't care for cilantro.

Provided by Celeste

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

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 shallot, minced
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or more to taste
10 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed to 5 inches
2 ears corn, husked
2 zucchini, halved lengthwise
2 yellow squash, halved lengthwise
1 bunch green onions, tops trimmed a few inches
1 large red bell pepper, cut lengthwise into 4 sections and seeded
1 large red onion, sliced thickly
¼ cup olive oil, or as needed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Whisk shallot, red wine vinegar, white balsamic vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, parsley, chives, cilantro, and dill together in a large bowl. Slowly stream olive oil into the mixture while whisking vigorously until the oil is incorporated into a smooth and creamy dressing.
  • Arrange asparagus, corn, zucchini, yellow squash, green onions, bell pepper, and red onion onto baking sheets. Brush olive oil onto all the vegetables to coat; season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook vegetables directly on preheated grill, turning frequently, until slightly charred and just tender, about 5 minutes for green onions, 8 minutes for asparagus, zucchini, yellow squash, bell pepper, and red onion, and 10 minutes for corn. Remove vegetables to the baking sheets used for preparation and cool.
  • Cut asparagus, green onions, zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper crosswise into 1-inch pieces and put into a large bowl. Quarter red onion slices; add to bowl. Cut corn kernels from cobs; add to bowl. Let vegetables cool to room temperature.
  • Drizzle vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 64.9 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CITRUS AND WINTER GREENS SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Citrus And Winter Greens Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: garlic, fresh parsley, scallions, apple cider vinegar, honey, orange juice, dijon mustard, tahini, kosher salt, extra virgin olive oil, tuscan kale, red cabbage, large fuji apple, brussels sprouts, oranges, pepitas, pomegranate seeds

Provided by Greg Perez

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 clove garlic
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup scallions, chopped
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup orange juice, reserved from supreming oranges if desired.
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
2 tablespoons tahini
kosher salt, to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 cups tuscan kale, thinly sliced (1 bunch)
1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
1 large fuji apple, cored and thinly sliced
1 cup brussels sprouts, thinly sliced (4 ounces, 115 G)
3 oranges, supremed
¼ cup pepitas, toasted
¼ cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, add the garlic, parsley, scallions, apple cider vinegar, honey, orange juice, Dijon mustard, tahini, and salt to a blender. Blend until smooth. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing is easily pourable. Set aside until ready to use.
  • minutes prior to serving the salad, add the kale to a large bowl and season with salt. Gently massage with your hands to break down the tough fibers and reduce bitterness.
  • Add the red cabbage, apple, Brussels sprouts, orange segments, pepitas, and pomegranate seeds. Toss well to combine. Serve in a bowl or plate and drizzle with dressing to taste.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 40 grams

ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Italian Chopped Salad Recipe by Tasty image

All of your favorite Italian flavors are chopped together in this hearty salad. Full of tender and bitter greens, hearty protein from salami and chickpeas, and flavor boosters like Provolone, pepperoncini, and a garlicky vinaigrette, it's satisfying enough to stand alone, or can be served alongside your favorite dishes for an Italian feast.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 romaine hearts, thinly sliceds
1 small head of radicchio, thinly sliced
1 cup thinly sliced hard salami
½ cup thinly sliced Provolone cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 oz 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup thinly sliced pepperoncini
4 garlic cloves, minceds
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons dried oregano
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Make the salad: In a large bowl, toss together the romaine, radicchio, salami, Provolone, tomatoes, chickpeas, red onion, and pepperoncini.
  • Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together the garlic, mustard, Parmesan, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano. Slowly pour in the olive oil, whisking until smooth and emulsified.
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Enjoy!

ROASTED VEGGIE SUMMER SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Roasted Veggie Summer Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: carrot, baby potato, yellow squash, zucchini, olive oil, salt, pepper, fresh oregano, garlic, radish, mixed greens salad, fresh cilantro, fresh flat-leaf parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, lime, red wine vinegar

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups carrot, sliced diagonally
2 cups baby potato, halved
1 cup yellow squash, roughly chopped
1 cup zucchini, roughly chopped
olive oil, to taste
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, minced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
½ cup radish, sliced
mixed greens salad
1 cup fresh cilantro
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 cloves garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup olive oil
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, add carrots, potatoes, yellow squash, and zucchini.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic, and mix to evenly coat the coat the vegetables. *Note: You may need to quarter the potatoes if they are too thick so they roast faster.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the vegetables are golden brown.
  • Make the chimichurri dressing: combine the cilantro, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, lime juice, and red wine vinegar in a food processor and blend until smooth.
  • Add a large handful of greens to a large bowl. Top with the roasted vegetables and sliced radishes.
  • Pour over the chimichurri dressing and toss until evenly distributed.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 10 grams

ROASTED VEGGIE SALAD WITH MAPLE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE RECIPE BY TASTY



Roasted Veggie Salad With Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: bell pepper, sweet potato, brussels sprouts, red onion, fresh oregano, salt, pepper, olive oil, spinach, feta cheese, olive oil, balsamic vinaigrette, maple syrup

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bell pepper, chopped
1 lb sweet potato, skinned and chopped
1 lb brussels sprouts, halved
1 red onion, sliced
1 teaspoon fresh oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup spinach, for salad base
1 tablespoon feta cheese, to garnish
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
1 teaspoon maple syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
  • Combine all vegetables (except spinach) in large bowl and stir.
  • Add salt, pepper, oregano, and olive oil for the salad and stir.
  • Spread vegetables on baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes.
  • To prepare the dressing, combine olive oil, balsamic vinaigrette, and maple syrup in a small bowl and stir until well-combined.
  • In a bowl, add spinach and any other greens you prefer. Sprinkle roasted vegetables and feta cheese over the top.
  • Drizzle dressing over salad.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 13 grams

BEET AND PEAR SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE RECIPE BY TASTY



Beet And Pear Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: walnuts, pear, mixed greens, beets, red onion, lemon, water, honey, fresh thyme, salt, pepper, oil

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
1 pear, thinly sliced
5 oz mixed greens
3 beets, cooked, halved, and thinly sliced
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • In a non-stick skillet, toast the walnuts over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, water, honey, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • While whisking, slowly add the oil to the bowl to create a vinaigrette.
  • In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens, pears, beets, onions, walnuts, and lemon vinaigrette. Toss to combine all ingredients and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 10 grams

Tips:

- To save time, use pre-washed and chopped vegetables. - If you don't have black onion seeds, you can use a mix of poppy seeds and celery seeds. - For a vegan version, use maple syrup or agave nectar instead of honey. - To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the vegetables and dressing separately and store them in the refrigerator. Assemble the salad just before serving. - Serve the salad with a crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This hearty winter vegetable salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the bounty of the season. The roasted vegetables are packed with flavor, and the black onion seed vinaigrette adds a tangy and savory touch. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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