Description
Savor the essence of fall with this vibrant autumn salad, featuring crisp apples, juicy pears, creamy goat cheese, and toasted pecans—perfect for any gathering or cozy meal.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 medium Honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
- 1 medium ripe pear, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup goat cheese crumbles
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Greens: Wash and dry mixed greens thoroughly using a salad spinner or paper towels.
- 2. Slice the Fruit: Thinly slice the apple and pear. To prevent browning, toss them in a small amount of lemon juice.
- 3. Toast the Pecans: In a skillet over medium heat, add chopped pecans without oil. Stir frequently until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- 4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil in a 1: 3 ratio. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced apples, pears, toasted pecans, goat cheese crumbles, and dried cranberries.
- 6. Dress It Up: Drizzle dressing over the salad right before serving to maintain crispness. Toss gently until well-coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg