Winter Salad with Walnut Dressing

Winter’s here, so let’s keep it fresh and bold with a salad that’s got crunch, creaminess, and just the right kick of flavour. With crispy greens, a rich walnut dressing, and caramelized nuts, it’s a proper winter warmer – minus the heaviness.

Serves 4

Forkin’ Easy

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 2 Heads of Endive (white)
  • 1 Head of Cos Lettuce
  • 2 Heads of Red Chicory
  • ½ Winter Radish (blue meat)
  • 1.5 Halves of Avocado
  • 4-6 sprigs of Fresh Dill
  • 50g of Caramelized Walnut Za’atar + Silan
  • 150g of Walnut Dressing

For the Walnut Dressing:

  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 25g, Walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon, Mustard
  • 5g, Fresh Dill
  • 1 tablespoon, Honey
  • 2 tablespoons, Red Wine Vinegar
  • 50g, Almond Milk
  • 100g, Olive Oil
  • 25g, Crushed Walnuts (added after blending)
  • Salt & Pepper, to taste

For the Caramelized Walnut Za’atar + Date Syrup 

  • 150g Walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons, Date Syrup
  • 1 tablespoon, Za’atar
  • Salt, pinch

Method

1. Make the Walnut Dressing

  1. In a blender, combine all ingredients for the Walnut Dressing, except for the crushed walnuts.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Add the crushed walnuts to the dressing and stir to combine. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Caramelized Walnut Za’atar + Silan

  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
  2. In a bowl, mix the walnuts, Silan, Za’atar, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Spread the walnut mixture on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, until toasted. Set aside to cool.

3. Assemble the Salad

  1. Wash and chop the endive, cos lettuce, and red chicory.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the blue meat radish.
  3. In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, radish, and part of the caramelized walnuts.
  4. Add fresh dill sprigs and the remaining Caramelized Walnut Za’atar + Silan.
  5. Drizzle the Walnut Dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.

4. Garnish and Serve

    1. Slice the avocado and arrange it on top of the salad.
    2. Add additional dill sprigs and caramelized walnuts as garnish.
    3. Serve immediately and enjoy!