Apple Berry Salad Food

MERRY BERRY SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the first six ingredients. To make dressing, pulse next seven ingredients in a blender, covered, until well mixed. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle desired amount of dressing over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate any leftover dressing.

VERY BERRY SALAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, orange liqueur, and honey. In a large bowl combine the berries and the mint. Pour the dressing on top and toss gently.

SPINACH BERRY SALAD WITH CANDIED WALNUTS

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.

CREAMY CRANBERRY APPLE SALAD

Steps:

• Coarsely chop the cranberries; place in a large bowl. Stir in marshmallows and sugar. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. , Just before serving, stir in the apples, grapes, walnuts and salt. Fold in whipped topping.

GREEN APPLE SALAD WITH BLUEBERRIES, FETA, AND WALNUTS

Steps:

• Layer salad greens, Granny smith apple, walnuts, feta cheese, cranberries, and green onions in a large bowl.
• Combine vegetable oil, blueberries, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt in a food processor or blender; pulse into a smooth dressing.
• Pour dressing over salad; toss to combine. Chill until serving.

APPLE BERRY SALAD

Steps:

• 1. In a bowl, combine apples, berries, celery and nuts. Thaw topping and stir with yogurt. Fold into fruit mixture; cover and chill well. Makes 4 servings.

APPLE, POMEGRANATE AND WHEAT BERRY SALAD

Steps:

• Sort through wheat berries carefully, discarding any stones. Rinse well under cool running water.
• Place in a large heavy saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1 hour. Drain and rinse.
• Whisk together the orange juice, oil, honey, grated orange rind, salt and pepper.
• Toss together wheat berries, chopped apple, pomegranate seeds, mint and dressing.
• Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
• Serve cold or at room temperature.