Description
This vibrant apple, cheddar, and pecan salad combines crisp apples, rich cheese, and crunchy nuts for a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 1 large Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
- 1 cup aged sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans (or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Wash the mixed greens thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.
- Slice the apple into thin wedges.
- Cut the sharp cheddar cheese into small cubes.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, apple slices, cheddar cubes, and toasted pecans.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately on individual plates or family-style in a large bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg