Tangy Autumn Greens with Tamari Roasted Walnuts Dried Cherries
Elevate your autumn table with this vibrant and nutrient-packed recipe for Tangy Autumn Greens with Tamari Roasted Walnuts and Dried Cherries. Featuring a medley of leafy greens like kale, arugula, or Swiss chard, this salad is perfectly balanced with the sweet chewiness of dried cherries and the crunch of tamari-glazed walnuts roasted to golden perfection. The homemade vinaigrette, a harmonious blend of apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and olive oil, adds a tangy-sweet touch that ties all the flavors together. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this salad is ideal as a refreshing side dish or a light main course, showcasing the best of seasonal fall produce. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, it’s a nutritious, flavor-packed way to celebrate autumn.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed autumn greens (kale, arugula, spinach, or Swiss chard)
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 2 tablespoons Tamari (or soy sauce)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 small Shallot (finely minced)
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup Dried cherries
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spread the walnuts on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the tamari and toss to coat evenly.
Roast the walnuts in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
While the walnuts cool, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, minced shallot, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified. Adjust seasoning if needed.
In a large salad bowl, combine the autumn greens, dried cherries, and the tamari-roasted walnuts.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy the crisp tangy flavors of fall!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.3 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 60.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3484 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.4 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.9 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 791 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2386 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
