Description
Apple Arugula Salad with Maple Pecans is a vibrant dish that beautifully captures the essence of fall. This salad combines crisp apples, peppery arugula, crunchy maple-coated pecans, and creamy goat cheese, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for holiday gatherings, light lunches, or as a standout side dish, this recipe is both simple to prepare and visually appealing. In just 20 minutes, you can impress your guests or enjoy a fresh meal at home. The use of seasonal ingredients ensures maximum flavor and nutrition in every bite.
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
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (for pecans)
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup (for dressing)
- 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 oven to 350°F (175°C). Toss pecans with maple syrup and sea salt; spread on parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 5-7 minutes until toasted; cool.
- Whisk dressing ingredients in a bowl or jar.
- In a large bowl, combine arugula with apples, figs, red onion, goat cheese, and cooled pecans.
- Drizzle dressing over salad just before serving and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg