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Apple Arugula Salad With Maple Pecans

A refreshing salad combining peppery arugula, sweet apples, and crunchy maple-glazed pecans.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups arugula washed and dried
  • 2 medium apples thinly sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
Maple Pecans
  • 1 cup pecans halved
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • salt to taste salt
  • pepper to taste black pepper

Method
 

Prepare Maple Pecans
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, combine pecans, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Stir frequently for about 5 minutes until the pecans are toasted and coated.
  2. Remove from heat and let cool on a parchment-lined plate.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine arugula, sliced apples, and crumbled feta.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  3. Top with the maple pecans before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 4gSugar: 10g

Notes

For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.

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