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Apple Pecan Salad with Goat Cheese

A close-up of a fresh Apple Pecan Salad in a bowl, featuring spinach, apple slices, pecans, and crumbled feta cheese.
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A crisp and flavorful salad perfect for autumn, featuring sweet apples, crunchy pecans, tangy goat cheese, and a simple apple cider vinaigrette. This salad is great for a light lunch or as a side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound mixed salad greens
  • 2 medium apples, cored and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup pecans, toasted
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
  • For the Vinaigrette:
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Toast the pecans: Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant. Let cool.
  3. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced apples, toasted pecans, crumbled goat cheese, and red onion (if using).
  4. Dress the salad: Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a make-ahead option, prepare the vinaigrette and toast the pecans in advance. Store them separately and assemble the salad just before serving.
  • To add chicken and make this a complete meal, grill or pan-sear a chicken breast, slice it, and add it to the salad.
  • Best apples for salads include Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, or Pink Lady for their crisp texture and balanced sweetness.

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