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Apple Arugula Salad

Fall in Love with Apple Arugula Salad: Crunchy & Flavorful

Enjoy a refreshing Apple Arugula Salad with Maple Pecans, perfect for autumn meals. Quick to prepare and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Apples Any sweet variety like Fuji or Gala
  • 5 cups Arugula Can substitute with mixed greens
  • 1 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced; shallots can be used
  • 1 cup Figs Can substitute with dried cranberries
  • 4 oz Goat Cheese Crumbles Feta cheese can be used
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves Lightly salted preferred
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey can be used as a substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil is an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard is a good alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be used
  • 1 clove Garlic Clove Minced; garlic powder can substitute

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Medium bowl
  • Large salad bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet. Toss the pecans with a splash of maple syrup and a pinch of sea salt, and arrange them in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  2. Toast the pecans in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let them cool on the baking sheet.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, remaining maple syrup, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, and garlic in a medium bowl until creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. In a large salad bowl, add arugula as the base, followed by sliced apples, figs, red onion, and goat cheese.
  5. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad, toss gently to coat, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, assemble the salad just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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