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Candied Walnut Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette

By: Doppio Sous 
"Sweet, nutty, and herbally aromatic, this vinaigrette compliments a wide variety of dishes, and is easy to make! The sugared walnuts, nut oils, and fresh herbs dramatically open the palate for roasted meats, crisp wines, and full-bodied fare. It is a great herald for spring!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (3)

Prep Time:
25 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
40 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 12 ounces walnut halves
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chervil
  • 1/2 cup walnut oil
  • 1/2 cup peanut oil
  • 10 ounces arugula leaves or spring mix
  • salt to taste
  • ground multi-colored peppercorns to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, and cook until the sugar has melted and turned deep brown - but not burnt, 5 to 8 minutes.
  3. Once the sugar has browned, stir in walnut halves until coated with caramelized sugar. Spread out onto prepared baking sheet, and place into preheated oven. Cook until the center of the walnuts have just turned a light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool until warm or room temperature.
  4. Whisk the vinegar together with the chives, parsley, dill, and chervil. Whisk in walnut and peanut oils until well combined.
  5. To serve, toss the arugula with enough dressing to moisten in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place onto salad plates and garnish with candied walnuts.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 596 | Total Fat: 56.5g | Cholesterol: 4mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 9, 2007 by LINDA MCLEAN   view full review
One winner of a salad for sure! Due to allergies did not use the peanut oil. A must to impress...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 18, 2007 by Jodi Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I really enjoyed this. It had a really different flavor and would be excellent to serve to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2008 by rosesgrenadine   view full review
Be careful not to burn the walnuts. They can toast up fast. Also mix dressing separately and...

 

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