Best 5 Pine Nut Salad Dressing Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with a symphony of flavors in our Pine Nut Salad Dressing recipes. Embark on a culinary journey where pine nuts take center stage, transforming ordinary salads into extraordinary culinary delights. Discover the versatility of pine nuts as they blend seamlessly with a symphony of ingredients, creating dressings that are both tantalizing and nutritious. From the tangy zest of lemon to the creamy embrace of avocado, each recipe offers a unique flavor profile that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a fan of classic vinaigrettes, luscious creamy dressings, or zesty Asian-inspired creations, our collection has something to satisfy every palate. Prepare to elevate your salads to new heights with these Pine Nut Salad Dressing recipes, turning every meal into a memorable culinary experience.

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

TOSSED SALAD WITH PINE NUT DRESSING



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This crunchy, colorful salad is full of fresh veggies, straight from our garden. It's drizzled with my tangy pine nut dressing.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups torn romaine
1/4 cup seasoned salad croutons
1/4 cup shredded red cabbage
3 tablespoons shredded carrot
3 tablespoons shredded zucchini
Dash pepper
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons pine nuts
3 tablespoons water
4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs
3 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small salad bowl, toss the first six ingredients. Place the pine nuts in a blender; cover and process until finely ground. Add the water, vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, basil and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. , Transfer dressing to a small pitcher or bowl. Serve with salad. Refrigerate remaining dressing for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts :

SPINACH AND BASIL SALAD WITH PINE NUT DRESSING



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This salad has fresh spinach and basil leaves and is topped with a creamy pine nut dressing. From the R.S.V.P. section of a May 1989 issue of Bon Appetit. It was requested from Woodrow's Bar and Grill in Princeton, New Jersey.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups pine nuts, toasted (about 6 1/2 oz.)
1/2 beaten egg 2 t. minced shallot (or green onion)
3/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 lbs spinach, stemmed
1 small bunch basil, stemmed
3 tablespoons water (optional)
4 ounces piece parmesan cheese, cut into shavings with a vegetable peeler

Steps:

  • Dressing:.
  • Puree 1/2 cup pine nuts in processor; add egg, shallot and lemon juice and puree.
  • Gradually add oil and vinegar alternately through feed tube and blend until smooth; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
  • Salad:.
  • Toss spinach and basil in large bowl .
  • Thin dressing with water if desired and spoon enough dressing over greens to season to taste and toss.
  • Divide greens among plates, top with cheese and remaining pine nuts and serve.

BABY SPINACH & PINE NUT SALAD WITH CREAMY BACON DRESSING



Baby Spinach & Pine Nut Salad with Creamy Bacon Dressing image

I really enjoy spinach based salad with creamy dressings and this simple recipe is really great. Depending on the type of mayo you use this recipe can also be suitable for low carb diets. Serves four as a side salad, or 1-2 people as lunch. From a newspaper clipping.

Provided by EeeGee

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices bacon, trimmed of fat and cut into thirds
1/2 cup good quality whole egg mayonnaise (like Thomay)
1 1/2 tablespoons water
2 eggs
50 g pine nuts
150 g baby spinach leaves, washed and dried

Steps:

  • FOR THE DRESSING.
  • Cook the bacon in a non stick pan over a high heat for about 5 minutes or until crispy.
  • Place the bacon, mayonnaise and water in a food processor and process until the bacon is finely chopped.
  • FOR THE SALAD.
  • Place the eggs in a saucepan of cold water, bring to the boil and cook for 7 minutes.
  • Rinse the eggs under cold water, peel and cut into wedges.
  • In the pan you used to cook the bacon, cook the pinenuts over a medium/high heat for 1-2 minutes until toasted- beware they burn easily.
  • TO SERVE.
  • Place the spinach on a serving plate, scatter with the pine nuts and egg wedges.
  • Drizzle with the dressing.

SPINACH BASIL SALAD WITH PINE NUT DRESSING



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This I had years ago at Woodrow's Bar and Restaraunt. I wrote for the recipe and got it!! It's fabulous!! I've also made it with grilled chicken and served it on top for a Heartier Meal!! It's refreshing in the summer with fresh basil out of the garden.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 16m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 ounces toasted pine nuts, pureed
1 whole egg
1 large shallot, minced
1/4 ounce lemon juice
3 ounces balsamic vinegar
10 ounces olive oil
20 ounces spinach
96 basil leaves
4 ounces shaved aged provolone cheese or 4 ounces good parmesan cheese
4 ounces toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Dressing-Put pine nut in a food processor add whole egg,shallots, and lemon juice,Puree.
  • Slowly add oil in a stream alternate with vinegar till all is incorporated.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Salad-- On 8 plates arrange 2 1/2 ounces of spinach leaves and 12 basil leaves.
  • Divide dressing over the salads.
  • Top with 1 tablespoon of cheese and 1 tablespoon of pine nuts.

PINE NUT SALAD DRESSING



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This dressing adds a special touch to your salad with crunchy pine nuts and the bright flavors of cranberry and balsamic vinegar. "This low calorie dressing tastes great," writes Renee Dwyer of Kenosha, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons cranberry juice
1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; shake well. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To make a flavorful pine nut salad dressing, use toasted pine nuts. Toasting enhances their nutty flavor and aroma.
  • Use good quality olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil is a great choice.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice and honey to taste. You can also add a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • If you don't have grated Parmesan cheese, you can use crumbled feta cheese or crumbled blue cheese instead.
  • For a creamy dressing, add a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream.
  • Pine nut salad dressing can be used on a variety of salads, including green salads, Caesar salads, and pasta salads.

Conclusion:

Pine nut salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its nutty flavor and creamy texture, pine nut salad dressing is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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