Tangy Autumn Greens with Tamari Roasted Walnuts Dried Cherries

Elevate your autumn table with this vibrant and nutrient-packed recipe for Tangy Autumn Greens with Tamari Roasted Walnuts and Dried Cherries. Featuring a medley of leafy greens like kale, arugula, or Swiss chard, this salad is perfectly balanced with the sweet chewiness of dried cherries and the crunch of tamari-glazed walnuts roasted to golden perfection. The homemade vinaigrette, a harmonious blend of apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and olive oil, adds a tangy-sweet touch that ties all the flavors together. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this salad is ideal as a refreshing side dish or a light main course, showcasing the best of seasonal fall produce. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, it’s a nutritious, flavor-packed way to celebrate autumn.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed autumn greens (kale, arugula, spinach, or Swiss chard)
• 1 cup Walnuts
• 2 tablespoons Tamari (or soy sauce)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 small Shallot (finely minced)
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 cup Dried cherries
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Spread the walnuts on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the tamari and toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Roast the walnuts in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.

Step 4

While the walnuts cool, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, minced shallot, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the autumn greens, dried cherries, and the tamari-roasted walnuts.

Step 6

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy the crisp tangy flavors of fall!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(744.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1580.8

Total Fat 123.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 60.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3484.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.8g	0%
Total Sugars 60.4g
Protein 34.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 790.6mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2385.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.1%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 24.5%