Welcome to a culinary journey that celebrates the essence of winter with the "Winter White Salad" collection. This symphony of refreshing and elegant recipes captures the season's beauty and transforms it into a delightful culinary experience. Each salad is a masterpiece, carefully crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients that burst with flavor and provide essential nutrients to combat the winter blues.
From the vibrant "Winter Citrus Salad with Honey-Poppy Seed Dressing" to the earthy "Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad," this collection offers a diverse range of salads that cater to various dietary preferences and taste buds. Whether you're a fan of crisp greens, tangy dressings, or the warmth of roasted vegetables, there's a salad here to satisfy your cravings.
Indulge in the crispness of the "Winter White Salad" with its medley of fennel, jicama, and citrus segments, tossed in a light and tangy dressing. Experience the burst of flavors in the "Quinoa and Roasted Butternut Squash Salad," where roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans come together in a harmonious blend.
For those who love the warmth and comfort of roasted vegetables, the "Roasted Brussels Sprout and Apple Salad" is a must-try. The caramelized Brussels sprouts and crisp apples, combined with a tangy vinaigrette, create a delightful balance of flavors.
For a more substantial salad, the "Kale and Sweet Potato Salad with Maple-Tahini Dressing" offers a hearty combination of roasted sweet potatoes, kale, and a creamy maple-tahini dressing.
And finally, for a touch of elegance, the "Winter White Salad with Pomegranate and Pistachios" combines the sweetness of pomegranate arils with the crunch of pistachios, creating a visually stunning and delicious salad.
So, embrace the beauty of winter with these refreshing and nourishing "Winter White Salad" recipes. They're not only delicious but also packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to keep you healthy and vibrant throughout the season.
WINTER WHITE SALAD WITH ENDIVE AND POMEGRANATE
This simple, light salad showcases the beauty of winter vegetables and makes an elegant start to a festive holiday meal.
Provided by Mindy Fox
Categories Salad Cheese Vegetable Vegetarian Endive Side Lunch Kid-Friendly Healthy Low Fat Low Cholesterol Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield 8-10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast hazelnuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 13-15 minutes. Wrap nuts in a kitchen towel and let steam 1 minute. Rub nuts in towel to remove loose skins (don't worry about skins that don't come off) and let cool.
- Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, orange juice, and 2 tsp. salt in a medium bowl, then whisk in 3 Tbsp. oil in a slow, steady stream.
- Coarsely chop cooled nuts. Toss with remaining 1 1/2 tsp. oil and a pinch of salt in a large wide bowl. Core and thinly slice apples; add to bowl along with endive and radishes.
- Drizzle dressing over salad. Gently but thoroughly toss just until salad is evenly dressed; adjust seasonings. Divide salad among serving plates. Top with cheese and pomegranate seeds.
- Do ahead
- Nuts can be toasted and cooled up to 3 days ahead. Keep covered at room temperature.
WINTER WHITE SALAD WITH CREME-FRAICHE VINAIGRETTE
Thinly sliced endives, fennel, celery root, and apples bring serious crunch to this Winter White Salad with Creme-Fraiche Vinaigrette for a crowd. The vegetables are tossed in a rich, tangy creme fraiche dressing and finished with pomegranate seeds and fennel fronds.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together creme fraiche, vinegar, mustard, and sugar; generously season with salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine endives, sliced fennel, 1/4 cup fennel fronds, celery root, and apples; add half of dressing and toss. Arrange on a serving platter; season with salt and pepper. Top with remaining fennel fronds and pomegranate arils. Serve with remaining dressing.
WINTER WHITE SALAD
Categories Salad Milk/Cream Vegetable Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Cauliflower Winter Cabbage Endive Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 to 6 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together mustard, vinegar, cream, salt, and white pepper in a large bowl until blended.
- Blanch cauliflower in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan of boiling salted water 30 seconds, then drain and transfer to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain well again and add to dressing in bowl. Add endives, cabbage, and onion, tossing to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
WINTER WHITE SALAD
Hazelnut oil has a subtle, nutty flavor that is perfect with winter vegetables. You can also use walnut oil or extra-virgin oilve oil.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Tear frisee into medium pieces. Separate endive leaves. Quarter fennel bulb and slice as thinly as possible, using a mandoline or vegetable slicer. Slice one half of leek thinly crosswise, reserving other half for another use. Peel celery and slice paper thin on the diagonal. Refrigerate vegetables in covered bowls until ready to use.
- Toast hazelnuts at 350 degrees until skins blister and they give off a nutty aroma. Wrap in a clean kitchen towel and, when cool enough to handle, rub off skins. Set aside to cool completely.
- Whisk together vinegar, mustard, and salt and pepper to taste. Slowly add the oil.
- Toss each vegetable separately with a little dressing, and arrange on cold plates. Crush hazelnuts lightly with the back of a knife and sprinkle over each salad. Serve immediately.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- If you can't find white grapes, you can substitute another type of grape, such as green or red grapes.
- If you don't have fresh rosemary, you can use dried rosemary. Just be sure to use less, as dried rosemary is more concentrated.
- You can add other ingredients to this salad, such as chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, or crumbled goat cheese.
- This salad is best served immediately after it is made, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Conclusion:
This winter white salad is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the flavors of winter. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great side dish for a holiday meal. The combination of sweet grapes, creamy avocado, crunchy celery, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone at your table.
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