Description
Apple Arugula Salad with Maple Pecans is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of fall. This delightful salad combines crisp apples, peppery arugula, and crunchy maple pecans, all topped with creamy goat cheese. Tossed in a tangy balsamic dressing, this salad serves as an ideal accompaniment for casual meals or festive gatherings. With its balance of flavors and textures, it’s sure to impress your guests while being quick and easy to prepare. Whether enjoyed as a light main course or a flavorful side, this Apple Arugula Salad is a must-try for any autumn table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 crisp apples, thinly sliced
- 5 oz fresh arugula
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup figs, chopped
- ½ cup goat cheese crumbles
- 1 cup pecan halves
- ½ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼–½ teaspoon sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toss pecans with maple syrup and salt; spread on a baking sheet. Bake for 5-7 minutes until toasted.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and sea salt.
- In a large bowl, combine arugula with sliced apples, figs, red onion, goat cheese crumbles, and cooled pecans.
- Drizzle half the dressing over the salad before serving; toss gently to coat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (180g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg