Butter Lettuce Salad With Candied Walnuts Recipe

Name: Butter Lettuce Salad With Candied Walnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Candied Walnuts; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons orange juice or 1 1/2 tablespoons tangerine juice; 1 cup walnut halves; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Salad; 1 head butter lettuce, washed and dried; 6 ounces canned mandarin orange segments; 1/4 medium red onion, very thinly sliced; 1/2 cup salad dressing (A Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette or similar dressing is recommended)

Servings: persons

Candied Walnuts
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons orange juice or 1 1/2 tablespoons tangerine juice
1 cup walnut halves
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Salad
1 head butter lettuce, washed and dried
6 ounces canned mandarin orange segments
1/4 medium red onion, very thinly sliced
1/2 cup salad dressing (A Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette or similar dressing is recommended)

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["Preheat oven to 375u00b0.", "Line a sheet pan with Silpat (or with aluminum foil, sprayed with non-stick spray).", "In a 10"" skillet over medium heat, add 3 tablespoons of sugar and 1 1/2 tablespoons of orange juice (or tangerine juice-- or a combination).", "Bring to a simmer, then add the walnuts.", "Cook until sugar is absorbed and mixture starts to caramelize around walnuts, stirring constantly-- about 2 minutes.", "In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of sugar.", "Toss the walnuts in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.", "Place walnuts in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan.", "Bake until walnuts appear crystallized and toasted (approximately 8 or more minutes).", "Set aside.", "Place 4 to 6 dry butter lettuce leaves on each plate.", "Randomly place orange segments, onion slices and walnuts on top of each lettuce bed.", "Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of dressing on top of each salad and serve.", "(We prefer a Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette).", "Enjoy!"]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Candied Walnuts, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons orange juice or 1 1/2 tablespoons tangerine juice, and more.

Yes, Butter Lettuce Salad With Candied Walnuts falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Butter Lettuce Salad With Candied Walnuts

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