Best 6 Tossed Salad With Pine Nut Dressing Recipes

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**Tossed Salad with Pine Nut Dressing: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines crisp greens, a medley of colorful vegetables, and a delectable pine nut dressing. This tossed salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, offering a refreshing and nutritious start to any meal. With variations ranging from a classic vinaigrette to a creamy avocado dressing and a tangy lemon-herb option, this recipe caters to diverse preferences. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a wholesome main course or a meat-lover looking for a vibrant side dish, this tossed salad promises a delightful and satisfying experience.

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TOSSED SALAD WITH PINE NUTS



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This wonderful 5-ingredient recipe from Alice Tremont in Rochester Hills, Michigan is easy and elegant...with lots of blue cheese flavor and crunch from the pine nuts. Topped with raspberry vinaigrette dressing, it couldn't be much easier to toss together on a busy weeknight or much nicer to serve company. Alice often serves it on special occasions and says it always gets compliments, and that adding grilled chicken breast turns it into a fuss-free and fabulous main dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6-7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 cups spring mix salad greens
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1/4 to 1/3 cup raspberry vinaigrette

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine greens and onion. Sprinkle with blue cheese and pine nuts. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 351mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

YOUR BASIC TOSSED SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 11m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 hearts romaine lettuce
2 small plum tomatoes, diced
1 Kirby cucumber or 1/4 European seedless cucumber, diced
1 small yellow onion or 1/2 red onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and shredded
1/4 cup (a couple of glugs) extra-virgin olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons (a couple of splashes) red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Place salad greens in a salad bowl and top with tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and carrot. Place oil, vinegar and sugar in a small plastic container. Put the lid on the container and shake dressing until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Pour dressing over salad. Season salad with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.

CLASSIC TOSSED SALAD



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This is a delicious salad that goes great with any meal, especially Italian!

Provided by Toni Bankson

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup blanched slivered almonds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 head red leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
6 fresh mushrooms, sliced
¼ cup grated Romano cheese
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the almonds in the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently until lightly browned. When the almonds are beginning to turn, add sesame seeds, and cook 1 more minute, or until seeds are toasted.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce with feta cheese, olives, almonds, sesame seeds, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, and Romano cheese. When ready to serve, toss with Italian dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 19.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 639 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

PINE NUT VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Salad Dressing     Vinegar     Lemon     Pine Nut     Vegan     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup pine nuts
2/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons minced shallots (about 2)
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Place pine nuts on small cookie sheet. Toast until golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Combine oil, vinegar, lemon juice, shallot and orange peel in bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in pine nuts. Transfer to cruet and seal. (Can be prepared up to 4 days ahead; refrigerate.) Serve at room temperature.

SHAVED ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH PARMESAN PINE NUTS



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Provided by Ian Knauer

Categories     Salad     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Lunch     Parmesan     Pine Nut     Zucchini     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
2 pounds medium zucchini, trimmed
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
Small wedge of Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon coarse salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and crushed red pepper in small bowl to blend. Set dressing aside.
  • Using vegetable peeler or V-slicer and working from top to bottom of each zucchini, slice zucchini into ribbons (about 1/16 inch thick). Place ribbons in large bowl. Add basil and nuts, then dressing; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Using vegetable peeler, shave strips from Parmesan wedge over salad.

TOSSED SALAD



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To speed up the preparation of this salad even more, you can slice the vegetables when you have time, either early in the day or the night before.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups torn mixed greens
1 medium tomato, diced
1 cup sliced radishes
1 cup sliced red onion
1/4 cup bacon bits
2/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, toss the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 25g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 660mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of lettuces and greens to add texture and flavor to your salad.
  • Choose fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. A simple vinaigrette is always a good choice, but you can also try a creamy dressing or a nut-based dressing.
  • Add some crunch to your salad with nuts, seeds, or croutons.
  • Fresh herbs can add a lot of flavor to a salad. Try adding some basil, cilantro, or mint.
  • If you're making a salad ahead of time, be sure to dress it just before serving. This will help prevent the salad from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

A tossed salad is a simple, yet delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side or a main course. With a variety of lettuces, vegetables, and dressings to choose from, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating a tossed salad. So next time you're looking for a healthy and refreshing meal, give a tossed salad a try.

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