Description
This Harvest Salad is a delightful mix of mixed greens, fruits, cheese, and nuts, all tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing. Perfect for a light and flavorful meal!
Ingredients
Mixed Greens:
6 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, and romaine);
Apple and Pear:
1 medium apple, thinly sliced; 1 pear, thinly sliced;
Dried Cranberries:
1/2 cup dried cranberries;
Goat Cheese or Feta:
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta;
Candied Pecans or Walnuts:
1/3 cup chopped candied pecans or walnuts;
Red Onion:
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced;
Pomegranate Arils:
1/4 cup pomegranate arils (optional);
Dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large serving bowl, add the mixed greens, sliced apple, pear, dried cranberries, red onion, and pomegranate arils if using. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Final Touches: Top the salad with crumbled goat cheese and candied pecans.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- To prevent browning, coat the apple and pear slices in lemon juice before adding them to the salad.
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or turkey for a more substantial meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg