Description
Apple Arugula Salad with Maple Pecans is a vibrant celebration of fall flavors that effortlessly combines sweet and savory elements. This refreshing salad features crisp apples, peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy maple-glazed pecans. Perfect for any occasion, it can be served as a side dish during holiday gatherings or as a light main course when paired with grilled chicken or fish. The stunning presentation and delicious flavor profile make this salad a crowd-pleaser that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 apples, thinly sliced
- 5 oz arugula
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup figs, chopped
- ½ cup goat cheese crumbles
- 1 cup pecan halves
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- ¼–½ teaspoon sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Toss pecans with maple syrup and sea salt; spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes until toasted.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, black pepper, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and sea salt to make the dressing.
- In a large salad bowl, layer arugula, apples, figs, red onion, goat cheese, and cooled pecans.
- Just before serving, drizzle dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg