Whipped brie salad with dates & candied walnuts

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Whipped brie salad with dates & candied walnuts
25 min.
8
523kcal

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Indulge your senses with our Whipped Brie Salad with Dates and Candied Walnuts, a delightful dish that accentuates the creaminess of brie and the sweetness of dates, perfectly balanced with crunchy, candied walnuts. This gluten-free recipe is not just a feast for the eyes; it’s a culinary experience that transforms simple ingredients into something extraordinary.

In just 25 minutes, you can create a stunning salad that serves 8, making it ideal for lunch gatherings, side dishes, or as a main course for a light evening meal. The rich, whipped brie takes center stage, offering a luxurious texture that pairs beautifully with the peppery notes of fresh rocket. Adding in sweet, stoned dates brings a delightful chewiness, while the candied walnuts provide the perfect contrast, ensuring every bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

Drizzled with a homemade walnut oil and balsamic vinegar dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also tantalizingly delicious. It's an excellent dish for entertaining, showcasing sophistication without requiring extensive cooking skills. Impress your guests with this elegant salad and watch them savor every bite, while you bask in the joy of creating something truly special.

Ingredients

  • 600 round of président brie 
  • 85 dates cut into small pieces
  • 120 arugula 
  • 100 croutons crumbled
  • 100 walnuts halved
  • 25 sugar 
  • tbsp walnut oil 
  • tbsp balsamic vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas
  2. To make the candied walnuts, shake the walnut halves in 2 tbsp water, then toss in the sugar. Scatter over a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 6-8 mins until golden brown.
  3. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  4. Carefully peel the rind off the brie and discard.
  5. Put the gooey inside in a medium-sized bowl. Using a spoon or small whisk, whip the brie until pale and spoonable. To make the dressing, whisk the oil and vinegar together, then season.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the walnuts, dates and rocket, then mix with some of the dressing.
  7. Place a spoonful of whipped brie in the middle of each serving plate and arrange the salad around it. Scatter over the croutons, drizzle with a little extra dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories523kcal
Protein14.73%
Fat67.62%
Carbs17.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.39
Glycemic Load
12.74
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.863913017771%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.52mg
Isorhamnetin
0.64mg
Kaempferol
5.23mg
Quercetin
1.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:522.56kcal
26.13%
Fat:40.1g
61.69%
Saturated Fat:14.95g
93.43%
Carbohydrates:23.55g
7.85%
Net Carbohydrates:20.98g
7.63%
Sugar:11.42g
12.69%
Cholesterol:75mg
25%
Sodium:564.46mg
24.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.65g
39.31%
Manganese:0.6mg
29.81%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
27.25%
Selenium:16.56µg
23.65%
Folate:94.07µg
23.52%
Phosphorus:213.77mg
21.38%
Vitamin B12:1.24µg
20.62%
Vitamin K:20.23µg
19.27%
Calcium:189.01mg
18.9%
Vitamin A:803.51IU
16.07%
Zinc:2.39mg
15.92%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
13.76%
Copper:0.27mg
13.4%
Magnesium:50.72mg
12.68%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.34%
Fiber:2.57g
10.26%
Potassium:314.22mg
8.98%
Iron:1.61mg
8.92%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.71%
Vitamin B3:1.29mg
6.43%
Vitamin C:2.45mg
2.98%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.52%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.5%