Walnut salad
It is believed that the first recipe for a walnut salad was created in the early 1800s by French chef, Antonin Carême. The dish was a simple mix of chopped walnuts, vinegar and oil, and was served as a side dish or starter.
In the early 1900s, the dish began to gain popularity in the United States, where it was often served as a lunchtime salad or side dish. The most common recipe at this time was a mix of chopped walnuts, celery, mayonnaise and pickles.
Today, there are many variations of the original walnut salad recipe, with ingredients such as grapes, apples, cheese, and bacon often added to the mix. While the dish is still popular as a side salad or starter, it has also become a popular main course salad, especially during the summer months.
Advice
Making a walnut salad is a delicious way to incorporate a variety of flavors and textures into a meal. To make the best walnut salad, start with a great base of greens like spinach or kale. Then, add a variety of colorful vegetables like tomatoes, red onion, and bell peppers. Top it off with a handful of toasted walnuts and a delicious dressing. When it comes to dressing, opt for something light and fresh like a citrus vinaigrette or balsamic. Finally, don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add in fruits like apples or pears, or even some cheese for added flavor. With a few simple steps, you can make a delicious walnut salad that everyone will love.
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Recipes
Red Cabbage, Cilantro and Walnut Salad
- salt
- radish
- walnut
- agave syrup
- dark sesame oil
- fish sauce
- rice vinegar
- cilantro
- lime juice
- ginger
- walnut oil
- grapeseed oil
- red cabbage
Pineapple-Walnut Salad
- pineapple
- lettuce
- salt
- lemon juice
- walnut
- mayonnaise
- celery
Reveling Red Cabbage, Apple and Walnut Salad
- salt
- red currant jelly
- sherry vinegar
- sugar
- delicious apple
- walnut
- lemon juice
- red cabbage
- sherry
- walnut oil
Beet and Walnut Salad
- salt
- beet
- poppy seed
- heart romaine lettuce
- walnut
- onion
- black cherry
- vinegar
- celery
- olive oil
- radish
Bean and Walnut Salad with Fried Eggs
- salt
- parsley
- thyme
- garlic
- chile de árbol
- flageolet bean
- caramelized onions batch
- walnut
- tarragon
- dijon mustard
- white wine vinegar
- olive oil
- egg
Bulgur, Pomegranate and Walnut Salad
- salt
- chickpea
- bulgur
- grape tomato
- pomegranate molasses dissolved
- pomegranate seed
- aleppo pepper flake
- dill
- mint
- oil tomato
- water
- lemon juice
- walnut
Arugula, Sweet Potato, and Walnut Salad With Dashi "Vinaigrette" Recipe
- salt
- walnut
- sweet potato
- bonito flake
- kombu
- water
- olive oil
- soy sauce
- arugula
Blue Cheese and Walnut Salad with Maple Dressing
- salt
- sack spinach
- apple cider vinegar
- blue cheese
- olive oil
- maple syrup
- walnut
Berry Walnut Salad
- bibb
- salt
- wheat berry
- mcintosh apple
- bell pepper
- walnut
- lemon rind
- mayonnaise
- lemon juice
- dijon mustard
- celery
Stilton, Pear, and Walnut Salad
- salt
- mustard dressing
- white wine vinegar
- pear
- dijon mustard
- vegetable oil
- salad
- walnut
- stilton cheese
Pear, Date and Walnut Salad with Blue Cheese
- dijon mustard
- honey
- white wine vinegar
- walnut
- blue cheese
- olive oil
- salt
- bosc
- red leaf lettuce
- medjool date
- black pepper several twist
Apple and Walnut Salad
- walnut
- romaine lettuce
- black pepper
- salt
- celery
- balsamic vinegar
- granny smith apple
- green onion
- olive oil
Ingredient Breakdown
Insights
Common Ingredients
- salt 75%
- walnut 75%
Rarey Ingredients
- olive oil 42%