Delicious Apple, Cheddar, and Pecan Salad
Experience a delightful medley of crisp apples, sharp cheddar, and crunchy pecans in this vibrant salad that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Mixed Greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 2 medium Crisp Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese (shredded or cubed)
- 1/2 cup Pecans (toasted)
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil (extra virgin)
- 1 tbsp Honey
Instructions
- Wash the mixed greens thoroughly and pat them dry or use a salad spinner.
- Core and slice the apples into thin wedges. Drizzle with lemon juice to maintain their color.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples with shredded cheddar cheese and toasted pecans.
- In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Toss your greens with the apple-cheese-nut mixture in the large bowl. Drizzle with dressing before serving and toss gently until coated.
- Transfer to serving plates or leave in the bowl for family-style dining.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg