CHRISTMAS PASTA SALAD
Thanks to its festive colors, this pasta salad will shine bright on your holiday table. For the vibrant green dressing, we jazzed up traditional basil pesto with spinach and almonds. A couple tablespoons of white wine vinegar go into the whole dish for extra tang. The pesto can be made three days ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with cold water. Drop the broccoli into the boiling water and cook until crisp-tender and bright green, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and plunge into the cold water to stop the cooking. Let sit until cool, then drain and set aside.
- Return the water in the pot to a boil and cook the rigatoni according to the package directions for al dente. Drain in a colander and transfer to a large bowl. Toss the pasta with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil to coat evenly and refrigerate until cooled completely, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the remaining 1/3 cup olive oil to a blender with the spinach, Parmesan, almonds, basil, lemon juice, chives and 1/4 cup water and puree until completely smooth. Pour the pesto over top of the pasta and add the reserved broccoli, red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, vinegar and 1 teaspoon salt. Toss gently until well combined. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with more chopped chives. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 4 hours.
EASY FESTIVE FRUIT SALAD
As colorful as the leaves on the autumn trees, this fruit salad disappears fast down to the last spoonful. The light dressing doesn't hide the refreshing flavors of the fruit. Pecans add crunch and the rich flavor of the harvest season. -Julianne Johnson, Grove City, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and flour; stir in reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool for 15 minutes. Cover and refrigerate. , In a large serving bowl, combine the oranges, pears, kiwi, apples, pecans and reserved pineapple. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
BIG FESTIVE SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the candied nuts: In a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, toast the pistachios and hazelnuts until fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the brown sugar, salt, vanilla and 1 tablespoon water directly to the pan with the nuts and stir to coat them. Cook until the sugar has dissolved, about 1 additional minute. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow to cool, 12 to 15 minutes.
- For the dressing: Combine the olive oil, vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, salt and pepper in a mason jar. Secure the lid and shake to combine. Set aside.
- For the salad: Spread the arugula, kale and spinach over a large round platter, leaving space in the center of the platter (it should look like a holiday wreath). Top the greens with the radicchio. Arrange the mandarin segments over the greens. Sprinkle with the pomegranate seeds, cranberries, blueberries and cooled candied nuts.
- Lastly, sprinkle with the Parmesan, creating the look of snow. Shake the dressing one more time and pour it into a serving bowl. Place the bowl in the center of the platter and serve.
FESTIVE CRANBERRY FRUIT SALAD
This fruit salad is a tradition on my Christmas table. It goes together quickly, which is a plus on such a busy day. -Rousheen Arel Wolf, Delta Junction, Alaska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, water and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add cranberry mixture; stir gently. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
FESTIVE FRUIT SALAD
From one of the TOH magazines submitted by J Johnson. I love the combo of the different fruits and the walnuts - just a good blend. The dressing is light and does not mask the flavors of the fruit. Allow 30 minutes at least for dressing to cool and another hour for salad to set before serving.
Provided by HokiesMom
Categories Fruit
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain pineapple and reserve the juice and set the pineapple aside.
- Pour the pineapple juice into a small saucepan, add sugar and flour; then bring to a boil.
- Quickly stir in the lightly beaten egg and cook until thickened.
- Remove dressing from heat and let cool - then refrigerate till using.
- In a large bowl, combine all the fruit and the nuts.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit and blend well.
- Cover and chill for one hour so flavors blend.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.5, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 17.6, Sodium 9, Carbohydrate 40.5, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 31, Protein 3.3
FESTIVE FRUITY SALAD
Here's a salad that won't remain on the dinnertime sidelines. Each time I serve it, it earns lots of compliments for being so colorful and refreshing.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and flour. Stir in milk and pineapple until blended. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Remove from the heat; add butter. Cool. In a bowl, combine the apples, grapes, pecans and cherries. Add dressing; stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts :
FESTIVE FRUIT SALAD
This refreshing beautiful salad has become a favorite of everyone who's tried it. My bowl always comes home empty when I take this salad to a party or cookout. This recipe is a great way to take advantage of fresh fruit at its best. -Gail Sellers, Savannah, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Peel and core pineapple; cut into cubes. Place in a 3- or 4-qt. glass serving bowl. Stir in remaining fruit., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add sugar and lemon juice and mix well. Fold in whipped topping. , Spread over fruit. Garnish with additional berries if desired. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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