Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Autumn Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette. This delightful dish brings together the crispness of fresh greens, the sweetness of juicy apples, and the savory crunch of pecans and bacon, all drizzled with a tangy homemade vinaigrette. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this salad not only adds color to your table but also packs a nutritious punch. With its easy preparation in just 15 minutes, it’s a versatile addition to your fall menu that can be enjoyed as a main dish or side.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups Romaine or Green Leaf lettuce, chopped
- 2 medium tart apples, cored and diced
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 8 slices cooked crumbled bacon
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by combining olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a jar. Shake well and refrigerate until ready.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, diced apples, cranberries, pecans, crumbled bacon, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle about two-thirds of the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately with remaining dressing on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg