Sweet And Nutty Salad Recipe

Name: Sweet And Nutty Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Vegetable Oil; 1/2 cups Red Wine Vinegar; 1/4 bulbs Red Onion; 4 teaspoons Dry Ground Mustard; 1-1/4 cup Granulated Sugar, Divided; 1 pinch Salt; 3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 2 packages Slivered Almonds; 1 bag Romaine Lettuce, Rinsed And Chopped; 1 head Iceberg Lettuce; 1 package Craisins (optional); 1 pound Bacon, Cooked And Crumbled (Not Optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup Vegetable Oil
1/2 cups Red Wine Vinegar
1/4 bulbs Red Onion
4 teaspoons Dry Ground Mustard
1-1/4 cup Granulated Sugar, Divided
1 pinch Salt
3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
2 packages Slivered Almonds
1 bag Romaine Lettuce, Rinsed And Chopped
1 head Iceberg Lettuce
1 package Craisins (optional)
1 pound Bacon, Cooked And Crumbled (Not Optional)

1
Dressing: In a blender add vegetable oil, red wine vinegar, red onion, ground mustard, 1 cup sugar, and a pinch of salt. Puree until smooth and set aside in refrigerator. This recipe makes a lot of dressing, so no need to use all of it on the salad.
2
Caramelized Slivered Almonds: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add slivered almonds and 1/4 cup sugar. Stir frequently until browned and sugar has dissolved over nuts. Lay flat on baking sheet to cool. Break apart and serve in salad.
3
Bacon: Cook and crumble. I know a pound sounds like a lot of bacon, but trust me here-it's still not enough!
4
Assemble lettuce, bacon, nuts, and Craisins. Pour a bit of dressing into the bowl and evenly coat salad. Serve immediately so that the lettuce doesn't wilt. EAT UP!

1940

kcal

Calories

166

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Vegetable Oil, 1/2 cups Red Wine Vinegar, 1/4 bulbs Red Onion, 4 teaspoons Dry Ground Mustard, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Nutty Salad 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet And Nutty Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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