Frisée and Apple Salad with Dried Cherries and Walnuts

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
72%
Frisée and Apple Salad with Dried Cherries and Walnuts
15 min.
4
261kcal

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Discover a delightful blend of flavors and textures with this Frisée and Apple Salad featuring dried cherries and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for those seeking a light yet satisfying dish, this vibrant salad is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but also offers a wholesome and refreshing option to elevate any meal. Whether you're looking for a starter, a light snack, or a stunning side dish to impress your friends at a dinner party, this salad has got you covered.

The crispness of the frisée lettuce balances wonderfully with the sweet, tart notes of the Gala apple and the chewy dried cherries, creating a perfect harmony of taste. With the addition of toasted walnuts, this dish brings in a delightful crunch that complements the other ingredients beautifully. Drizzled with a simple yet flavorful dressing made from apple cider vinegar, honey, and olive oil, every bite of this salad offers a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate.

Best of all, this salad can be prepared in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a quick lunch. With only 261 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that nourishes your body while satisfying your taste buds. So why not treat yourself today and indulge in this deliciously healthy salad? Bon Appétit!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.5 cup cherries dried generous () (one 3-ounce package)
  • cups frisée 
  • medium gala apple cored thinly sliced
  • tablespoon honey 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons shallots minced
  • 0.5 cup walnuts toasted coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl toblend. Season dressing to taste with salt andpepper. Stir in dried cherries. Toss friséeand apple slices in large bowl.
  2. Add cherrydressing and toss to coat. Divide among4 plates; sprinkle with walnuts and freshlyground black pepper and serve.
  3. The recipe says to seasonthe dressing to taste, but how do you knowwhen you've added enough salt and pepper?It's easy: Just dip a small piece of lettuce (inthis case, frisée) into the dressing and try it out.
  4. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories261kcal
Protein5.66%
Fat65.88%
Carbs28.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.07
Glycemic Load
4.88
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.601304365241%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
6.32mg
Pelargonidin
0.05mg
Peonidin
0.27mg
Catechin
1.34mg
Epigallocatechin
0.18mg
Epicatechin
4.29mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.09mg
Apigenin
0.59mg
Luteolin
1.63mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
1.94mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
7.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:261.38kcal
13.07%
Fat:20.38g
31.35%
Saturated Fat:2.42g
15.13%
Carbohydrates:19.8g
6.6%
Net Carbohydrates:14.2g
5.16%
Sugar:12.58g
13.98%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:35.89mg
1.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.94g
7.88%
Vitamin K:231.32µg
220.3%
Vitamin A:4326.48IU
86.53%
Manganese:0.89mg
44.33%
Vitamin C:21.92mg
26.57%
Folate:100.69µg
25.17%
Copper:0.48mg
24.17%
Vitamin E:3.41mg
22.7%
Fiber:5.6g
22.42%
Potassium:491.49mg
14.04%
Magnesium:51.31mg
12.83%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.33%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.15%
Phosphorus:98.29mg
9.83%
Calcium:97.1mg
9.71%
Iron:1.37mg
7.63%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.35%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.91%
Zinc:0.83mg
5.54%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.12%
Selenium:1.05µg
1.5%
Source:Epicurious