Description
Autumn Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of fall. This salad features crisp Romaine lettuce, tart apples, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy pecans, all topped with crumbled bacon for a savory twist. Drizzled with a homemade apple cider vinaigrette, this dish boasts a balance of sweet and tangy flavors that will elevate any gathering—from cozy dinners to festive Thanksgiving feasts. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s not only delicious but also nutritious, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters. Enjoy this colorful salad as a side or a light meal on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups Romaine or Green Leaf lettuce
- 2 medium tart red apples (like Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 8 slices cooked bacon
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by combining olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a jar. Shake well until blended.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the lettuce, apples, cranberries, pecans, bacon, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle about two-thirds of the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately with additional dressing on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg