Best 5 Romaine Salad With Red Onions Walnuts And Orange Vinaigrette Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our romaine salad, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds. Featuring a crisp and refreshing romaine lettuce as its base, this salad is adorned with vibrant red onions, crunchy walnuts, and a burst of citrus from our homemade orange vinaigrette. The delightful interplay of textures and flavors makes this salad an unforgettable experience.

Within the article, you will find variations of this classic salad that cater to diverse dietary preferences. If you're a fan of bold flavors, try our version with crumbled blue cheese, adding a savory and piquant touch. For those seeking a vegetarian protein option, our chickpea-studded salad offers a nutritious and satisfying twist. And for those with dietary restrictions, our gluten-free croutons provide a crispy complement to the salad, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delightful dish.

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

ORANGE ROMAINE SALAD



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Romaine lettuce and orange slices are tossed with a light honey vinaigrette.

Provided by Justin Shepheard

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup red wine vinegar
¾ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 large head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
3 oranges, peeled and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small container with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, oil, honey, salt, pepper and green onion. Close the lid, and shake vigorously to blend.
  • Place the romaine lettuce into a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with dressing and toss to coat. Add orange slices and toss gently. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 149.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

ORANGE 'N' RED ONION SALAD



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Drizzled with a tangy dressing, this appealing salad makes a colorful and tasty alternative to the usual tossed salad. Plus, you can assemble it in minutes. -Jodi Grable, Springfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups torn romaine
2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 small red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • On a serving platter, arrange the romaine, oranges and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients; drizzle over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ORANGE ROMAINE SALAD



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With this salad, spinach or another dark-green leaf lettuce works as well as the romaine. The oil and vinegar can be replaced by an oil-based honey French dressing or a honey mustard or poppy seed dressing.-Nanci Keatley, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups torn romaine
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained or 2 medium oranges, peeled and sliced
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine romaine, oranges and onion. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH RED ONIONS, WALNUTS AND ORANGE VINAIGRETTE



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Recipe courtesy of Rachael Ray. I saw her make this on an episode of 30 Minute Meals and it looked wonderful!

Provided by SusieQusie

Categories     Greens

Time 7m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup walnut pieces
6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon orange marmalade
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt

Steps:

  • Toast nuts over low heat in a small skillet until crisp and fragrant.
  • Place romaine in salad bowl and scatter the red onions down over the greens.
  • In a small bowl, combine the marmalade, red pepper flakes, balsamic vinegar and fresh or dried rosemary using a fork or small whisk. Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil into the dressing until combined.
  • Season the dressing with salt, to taste. Dress and toss salad and adjust seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.4, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 9.9, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 5.5

CRUNCHY ROMAINE SALAD



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A wonderful combination of flavors in this very easy to prepare salad. A ton of crunch comes from ramen noodles, pecans, and romaine lettuce.

Provided by Georgia Julie

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup white sugar
¾ cup canola oil
½ cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
salt and ground black pepper, to taste
1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodles
¼ cup unsalted butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 bunch broccoli, coarsely chopped
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, oil, vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake until well blended. Break ramen noodles into small pieces, discarding flavor packet.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir noodles and pecans until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and allow to cool.
  • Combine noodles, pecans, broccoli, romaine lettuce, and green onions in a bowl; toss gently. Dress with 1 cup, or more, of dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 195.2 mg, Sugar 21.8 g

Tips:

  • To make the salad more flavorful, use a variety of lettuces, such as romaine, radicchio, and arugula.
  • If you don't have walnuts, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
  • To make the orange vinaigrette, use fresh oranges and a good quality olive oil.
  • If you don't have orange liqueur, you can use another type of citrus liqueur, such as lemon or lime.
  • Serve the salad immediately after dressing it, as the dressing can wilt the lettuce.

Conclusion:

This romaine salad with red onions, walnuts, and orange vinaigrette is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet oranges, crunchy walnuts, and tangy red onions make this salad a real treat. The orange vinaigrette is also a nice change from the usual balsamic or ranch dressings. If you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, this is the one for you!

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