Description

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of fall with this Autumn Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette. This delightful dish combines crisp greens, tart apples, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy pecans, all topped with crispy bacon and tangy feta cheese. The homemade apple cider vinaigrette ties everything together beautifully, making it a perfect side for Thanksgiving or a light lunch any day. Quick to prepare and packed with seasonal produce, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also offers a nutritious boost. Serve it at your next gathering to impress family and friends with its colorful presentation and delicious flavor.

Ingredients

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8 cups crisp Romaine or Green Leaf lettuce, chopped
2 medium tart red apples, cored and diced (recommended: Fuji or Honeycrisp)
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 (or honey)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

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Instructions

Prepare the dressing by mixing olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a jar with a lid. Shake well and refrigerate if making ahead.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, diced apples, cranberries, toasted pecans, crumbled bacon, and feta cheese.
Drizzle about two-thirds of the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately with the remaining dressing on the side for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: N/A
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg