Apple Pecan and Bacon Salad with Maple Vinaigrette

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This apple pecan salad features crisp mixed spring greens, two types of apples, toasted pecans, and smoked havarti cheese. The vinaigrette has a nod to fall flavors with a touch of maple syrup.

By TheDailyGourmet
Published on October 24, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

Vinaigrette

  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 pinch apple pie spice

Salad

  • 2 strips bacon

  • 1 red delicious apple, thinly sliced

  • 1 Granny Smith apple, cut into bite-sized cubes

  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion

  • 4 cups mixed spring salad greens

  • 1/4 cup toasted pecans

  • 1 ounce smoked havarti cheese, cut into cubes

Directions

  1. For vinaigrette, add vinegar, maple syrup, olive oil, salt, pepper, and apple pie seasoning to a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid; cover and shake to combine.

  2. Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.

  3. Combine mixed greens with red delicious apple, Granny Smith apple, and onion in a large bowl. Top with pecans and havarti cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette and serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

539 Calories
32g Fat
55g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 539
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g 41%
Saturated Fat 7g 34%
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 339mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 55g 20%
Dietary Fiber 8g 27%
Total Sugars 40g
Protein 10g 21%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 186mg 14%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 639mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.