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 :

Areanna Segundo
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Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Dola Akter
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I found this salad to be a bit too sweet.


Semul Dada
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The dressing was a little too oily for my liking.


Curlyn Freeman
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This salad was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use a little more seasoning.


Pradeep Nishantha
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I'm not a huge fan of salad, but this one is really good. The pine nut dressing is what makes it.


Adam Usman Musah
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or fish.


Eman Irfan Lifestyle
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Lisa Foster
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This salad is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Mpho Khobotlo
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I made this salad for my picky kids and they loved it! They especially liked the pine nut dressing.


Shahdad Bangulzai
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I'm not usually a fan of pine nuts, but I really enjoyed them in this salad. They added a nice nutty flavor.


Khaza Rafik
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Dalaini Angello
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The pine nuts add a nice crunch and the dressing is light and tangy.


tacogameing123
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


hridoy hridoy
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The dressing is amazing! I used a mix of pine nuts and walnuts, and it was delicious.


MAlik saqlain MAlik
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's light and refreshing, with a nice balance of flavors.


King Sukizaga
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The pine nut dressing was a unique and flavorful touch that everyone loved.