Description
Autumn Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette is a vibrant and wholesome dish that captures the essence of fall in every bite. This salad combines crisp greens, tart apples, sweet dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and savory bacon, all topped off with a sweet and tangy apple cider vinaigrette. Whether you’re serving it at a festive Thanksgiving gathering or enjoying it as a light lunch, this salad is quick and easy to prepare, requiring only 15 minutes of prep time. The blend of flavors and textures makes it not just a side dish but a delightful centerpiece for any meal. Perfect for those looking to embrace seasonal ingredients while adding a touch of gourmet flair to their dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups crisp Romaine or Green Leaf lettuce, chopped
- 2 medium tart red apples, cored and diced
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (sub: honey)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- To make the dressing, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a jar with a lid. Seal tightly and shake until well mixed.
- In a large bowl, add chopped lettuce, diced apples, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, crumbled bacon, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle about two-thirds of the dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with additional dressing on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg