Fresh Apple Pecan Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Salad Ingredients
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10 oz fresh spring lettuce mix with spinach (or just baby spinach)
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3 medium gala apples, cored and sliced into thin pieces
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1 cup pecans, lightly toasted and roughly chopped
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1 cup crumbled feta cheese
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1/2 cup dried cranberries
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12 oz bacon, cooked until crispy and chopped
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1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced into strips
→ Maple-Cider Vinaigrette
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1/2 cup good quality olive oil
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1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
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2 Tbsp pure maple syrup (not pancake syrup)
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1 Tbsp dijon mustard
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1/4 tsp salt, or more to taste
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1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
# Instructions:
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Combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, dijon mustard, salt and pepper in a bowl and whisk until smooth and well blended. Alternatively, add all ingredients to a mason jar, seal tightly with the lid, and shake vigorously until combined.
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In a large salad bowl, layer the spring lettuce mix, apple slices, toasted pecans, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, crispy bacon pieces, and red onion strips.
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Just before serving, drizzle the maple-cider vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss everything together until all ingredients are lightly coated with dressing. Serve immediately while everything is fresh and crisp.
# Notes:
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This gorgeous autumn-inspired salad combines the sweetness of fresh apples and dried cranberries with savory bacon and tangy feta, all brought together with a maple cider vinaigrette that perfectly complements the flavors.
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While perfect for fall gatherings, this versatile salad is delicious year-round and makes a beautiful addition to any meal.
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Recipe inspired by Southern Living magazine.