Apple And Goat Cheese Salad With Candied Pecans Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

This apple and goat cheese salad with candied pecans is a refreshing and flavorful dish. Crisp apple slices are combined with creamy goat cheese and topped with crunchy candied pecans. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors creates a perfect balance. The salad is dressed with a light vinaigrette, adding a zesty touch. It's a simple yet elegant salad that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a light lunch.

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Ingredients for Apple And Goat Cheese Salad With Candied Pecans Recipe

  • 0.13 cup Pecans
  • 1/4 tablespoon Butter
  • 1/4 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Mixed Greens
  • 0.13 Apple, Thinly Sliced
  • 1/2 ounce Goat Cheese, Crumbled
  • 1/4 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/4 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 0.13 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 0.13 teaspoon Honey
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

Directions: Apple And Goat Cheese Salad With Candied Pecans Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Start by preparing the candied pecans. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add pecans and cook until lightly toasted. Sprinkle with sugar and continue cooking until the sugar has melted and coated the pecans. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, apple slices, and crumbled goat cheese. Toss gently to mix well.
  • STEP 3.Drizzle the salad with a vinaigrette made from olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss again to coat the salad evenly.
  • STEP 4.Sprinkle the candied pecans over the salad just before serving. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • To make the candied pecans extra crunchy, you can add a pinch of salt while toasting them.
  • If you prefer a sweeter salad, you can drizzle some honey over the apple slices before tossing them with the other ingredients.
  • For a more substantial meal, you can add grilled chicken or shrimp to the salad.

Storage and Serving

  • This salad is best served immediately after preparing to maintain its freshness and crunchiness.
  • If you have leftovers, store the salad and the candied pecans separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
  • The candied pecans can be stored for up to 1 week, while the salad is best consumed within 2-3 days.
Nutrition
value
310
calories per serving
13 g Fat9 g Protein39 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    13g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Carbs
    39g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    39g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    13g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    159mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    197mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    3mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    44mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    4mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    44mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    194mg
  • Selenium
    19mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp