Best Candied Pecan And Strawberry Salad Recipes

STRAWBERRY & PECAN SALAD

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It is always a crowd-pleaser when I bring it to a potluck at school...I never have to bring leftover home.-Sharon Meyer, Fulton, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons grated onion
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 heads leaf lettuce, torn
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/3 cup sunflower kernels

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk the oil, 1/4 cup sugar, vinegar, onion, mustard and salt until sugar is completely dissolved; set aside. , Place pecans in a small heavy skillet. Cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until nuts are toasted. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Break apart., In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, strawberries, cheese, sunflower kernels and sugared pecans. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 149mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CANDIED PECAN & STRAWBERRY SALAD RECIPE

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Indulge in the tastes and textures of the Candied Pecan & Strawberry Salad Recipe. No need to pay a bistro bill to get a bistro-style salad! Mixed baby greens, fresh strawberries and candied pecans taste just as delicious at home when you toss together a Candied Pecan & Strawberry Salad Recipe!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pkg. (5 oz.) mixed baby greens
3/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup sliced red onions
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans, candied
1/4 cup KRAFT Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

Combine all ingredients except dressing.
Add dressing just before serving; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH CANDIED PECANS

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Make and share this Strawberry Spinach Salad with Candied Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kimke

Categories Strawberry

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 1/2 cups pecan halves
1 cup sugar
1 lb fresh spinach
2 cups thinly sliced celery
1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
2/3 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
3 -4 green onions, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 cups vegetable oil
3 tablespoons poppy seeds

Steps:

Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat.
Add pecans and sugar; stir to combine.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar melts around pecans and is caramel-colored.
Remove pecans with a slotted spoon and spread in a single layer on a sheet of lightly greased aluminum foil.
Cool completely and break up pieces as needed.
Remove and discard stems from spinach.
Wash spinach and pat dry with paper towels.
Tear into bite-size pieces.
Combine spinach, celery and strawberries in a large bowl.
Pour 1 cup dressing over salad mixture; toss gently.
Add reserved candied pecans; toss gently.
Serve immediately with remaining dressing.
Dressing: Combine first 5 ingredients in container of electric blender; cover and process until smooth.
With blender running, gradually add oil in a slow, steady stream through opening in lid.
Process until thick and smooth.
Transfer dressing mixture to a bowl; stir in poppy seeds.
Cover and chill.