Description
Transform your salad experience with this vibrant Apple, Cheddar, and Pecan Salad. Crisp apple slices, sharp cheddar cheese, and crunchy pecans come together in a delightful mix that bursts with flavor. Perfect for picnics or as a stunning side dish at dinner parties, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly satisfying. With a simple balsamic vinaigrette to tie everything together, you’ll find yourself craving this dish year-round!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula or spinach)
- 2 medium fresh apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), sliced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Wash mixed greens thoroughly and pat dry.
- Core and slice apples into wedges.
- Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, tear mixed greens into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine sliced apples, toasted pecans, and shredded cheddar with the greens.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg