Best 11 Walnut Cheese Spinach Salad Recipes

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Looking for a refreshing and healthy salad that's also packed with flavor? Look no further than this Walnut Cheese Spinach Salad. This salad combines the creamy tang of goat cheese, the nutty crunch of walnuts, and the fresh, vibrant taste of spinach for a truly satisfying dish. Topped with a tangy lemon-tahini dressing, this salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a hearty side dish, this salad is sure to please. It's also packed with nutrients, making it a great choice for health-conscious individuals. This article provides two recipes: one for the salad itself and one for the lemon-tahini dressing. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in just a few minutes. So what are you waiting for? Give this Walnut Cheese Spinach Salad a try today!

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE SPINACH SALAD



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Spinach salad with a simple dressing made from lemon juice & olive oil topped with cheese, walnuts, and cracked black pepper.

Provided by Lauren Schmidt

Categories     Salads

Time 8m

Number Of Ingredients 6

5oz baby spinach
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup grated parmesan or Romano cheese
2 tablespoons diced walnuts
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Optional: To toast the walnuts*. Add walnuts to a small ungreased skillet over medium heat. Let the diced walnuts warm up, stirring occasionally until they just begin to darken and become fragrant, this usually takes about 5-6 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat, give the walnuts a little shake, and let the walnuts rest on the warm skillet 2-3 more minutes to finish toasting until ready to add to the salad.
  • Meanwhile add the spinach to a large bowl and drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil.
  • Toss the spinach to coat in the lemon juice and olive oil. Add cheese, walnuts, and a dash of freshly cracked pepper. Toss again and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 7 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 15 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 178 milligrams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams unsaturated fat

WALNUT BALSAMIC SPINACH SALAD



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This classic spinach salad is dressed up with Candied California walnuts, blue cheese, prosciutto and pomegranate arils.

Provided by California Walnuts

Time 38m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup minced red onion
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup California walnuts
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
10 cups baby spinach
8 strips prosciutto
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup pomegranate arils
2 firm but ripe pears, cored and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • To prepare dressing, stir together onion, vinegar and Dijon in a small bowl. Slowly add olive oil and whisk well. Season with salt and pepper.
  • To prepare Candied Walnuts, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add walnuts and cook for 5 minutes to toast. Add sugar and cook for a few minutes more or until walnuts are nicely glazed.
  • Place salad ingredients in a large bowl and sprinkle with Candied Walnuts. Toss well to coat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 cal, SaturatedFat 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 16.7 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Sugar 17 g, Protein 16 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH PERSIMMONS, GOAT CHEESE AND WALNUTS



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I was never crazy about persimmons until I made this salad with the crunchy Fuyu variety. I love the contrast of sweet persimmons with earthy spinach.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     quick, weekday, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Fuyu persimmons
1/4 cup broken walnuts (1 1/2 ounces)
2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled about 1/2 cup
1 bag baby spinach
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
Salt to taste
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon walnut oil
Fleur de sel (optional)

Steps:

  • Peel the persimmons, and cut in wedges; if there are any seeds at the core, cut away the cores. Combine with the walnuts, goat cheese and spinach in a salad bowl.
  • Whisk together the lime juice, salt and walnut oil. Toss with the spinach mixture, and serve, sprinkling a tiny amount of fleur de sel over each serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 160, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 193 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

RAISIN-WALNUT SPINACH SALAD



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Toss together just a handful of ingredients to make this tasty, tangy salad for lunch. It's fast, easy and good for you. -Bobby Taylor, LaPorte, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup fresh baby spinach
1 tablespoon raisins
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato salad dressing

Steps:

  • Place spinach on a salad plate; top with the raisins, walnuts and cheese. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 391mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

DIJON-WALNUT SPINACH SALAD



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This family favorite of ours has a great fresh taste, lots of different textures and can be tossed together in a heartbeat. For variety, change up the dressing to honey mustard or any other favorite. -Chris DeMontravel, Mohegan Lake, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 13 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (9 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 package (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup walnut halves, toasted
1/2 cup honey Dijon vinaigrette

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, feta cheese, cranberries and walnuts. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE AND WALNUTS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon minced shallot or red onion
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons quality walnut oil, (see Cook's Note)
8 cups baby spinach leaves, stems trimmed, washed, and dried
1/2 cup whole or chopped toasted walnuts
1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in the oil to make a creamy dressing.
  • Put all but a large handful of the spinach in a large bowl. Toss with most of the dressing. Add remaining spinach and continue tossing until well coated.
  • Serve immediately topped with goat cheese and walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calorie, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 297 milligrams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 1 grams

SPINACH BERRY SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Creole or grainy mustard
2 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup cherry jam
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
10 ounces baby spinach
1 pint blackberries
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup Candied Walnuts, recipe follows
1 small chunk Parmesan or pecorino
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups walnut halves
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the dressing: Whisk together the vinegar, mustard, honey, jam, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Whisk in the oil in a slow stream and continue whisking until the dressing is emulsified.
  • For the salad: Toss together the spinach, blackberries, onions and Candied Walnuts in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss. Using a vegetable peeler, shave some cheese over the top.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add the walnuts and stir to coat. Raise the heat to medium, add the sugar and cook until the sugar is dissolved and caramelized, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, then transfer the mixture to the baking sheet. Spread the nuts in a single layer. Let the walnuts cool until hardened, about 15 minutes.

SPINACH & WALNUT SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Just four ingredients, but this simple spinach salad really packs a punch

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Side dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

75g blue cheese
4 tbsp crème fraîche
100g baby leaf spinach
50g walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Mash the blue cheese, crème fraîche and some seasoning in a bowl with 50ml water until smooth and pourable.
  • Put the spinach onto a serving plate, scatter over the walnut pieces and drizzle with the blue cheese dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.68 milligram of sodium

SPINACH SALAD WITH WALNUTS



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Nutritious spinach gets a protein boost from walnuts and eggs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 minced shallot
1/4 cup loosely packed chopped fresh tarragon (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
3/4 pound trimmed spinach
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted walnuts
4 quartered hard-cooked eggs
8 ounces thinly sliced mushrooms
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, shallot, and tarragon.
  • Add spinach, walnuts, hard-cooked eggs, and mushrooms. Season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Toss just before serving.

SPINACH & BLUE CHEESE SALAD WITH WALNUT DRESSING



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A delicious salad that is quite simple to prepare. The walnuts and tomatoes can be prepared ahead of time. Works really well as an entree or a light lunch. The original recipe came from 'Australian Good Taste' magazine and stated serving size was 4, I think it is better as 2 generous serves.

Provided by EeeGee

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
freshly ground salt & pepper
200 g baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
120 g store bought semi dried tomatoes (or use home make oven dried tomatoes, try recipe 14681)
100 g blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • FOR THE DRESSING.
  • Preheat your oven to 180°C.
  • Spread the walnuts on a baking tray and cook in the preheated oven for 5-8 minutes until aromatic and toasted.
  • Combine the walnuts, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper in a screw top jar and shake well to combine.
  • FOR THE SALAD.
  • Place the spinach, tomatoes and blue cheese in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle with the dressing, toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663.6, Fat 49, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 37.2, Sodium 2029, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 24, Protein 26.4

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS



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This classic salad goes with just about anything you're serving. The juicy berries add a pop of color to the greens, and the sweet, crunchy nuts are good enough to eat all on their own! -Susan Howell, Royal Oak, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
2 cups walnut halves
SALAD:
1 package (9 ounces) fresh baby spinach
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries (about 1 pound)
1 medium cucumber, halved and sliced
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients; stir gently to moisten all the sugar. Cook over medium-low heat, gently swirling pan occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Cover; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook 1 minute. Uncover pan; continue to boil and gently swirl pan until syrup turns a deep amber color, about 2-3 minutes. Immediately remove from heat and carefully stir in walnuts until evenly coated. Spread onto foil to cool completely. Break into pieces., In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries and cucumber. In a small bowl, whisk the first 6 vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and walnuts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make walnut cheese spinach salad, so feel free to adjust the recipe to your liking.
  • Make sure to toast the walnuts before adding them to the salad. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Use a light dressing. A heavy dressing will overpower the delicate flavors of the salad.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Walnut cheese spinach salad is best when it's fresh.

Conclusion:

Walnut cheese spinach salad is a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your liking. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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