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Apple And Butter Lettuce Salad With Pomegranate Seeds Recipe

This vibrant Apple & Butter Lettuce Salad with Pomegranate Seeds is a crisp, fresh, and delicate delight! Quick and easy to prepare, it's a family favorite that's perfect for a light lunch or a side dish. Elevate it to a complete meal by adding roasted chicken or your favorite protein. Inspired by a January 2012 Bon Appetit Magazine recipe, this salad is bursting with flavor and texture.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 603.2 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Apple And Butter Lettuce Salad With Pomegranate Seeds

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Ingredients for Apple And Butter Lettuce Salad With Pomegranate Seeds

  • Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
  • Dijon Mustard
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 5 ounces butter lettuce
  • Walnuts
  • 1 medium apple, thinly sliced or diced
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
  • Blue Cheese
  • Tarragon Leaf

How to Make Apple And Butter Lettuce Salad With Pomegranate Seeds

  1. **Vinaigrette:**
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil until emulsified.
  4. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. **Salad:**
  6. Gently tear 5 ounces butter lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
  7. Add 1/2 cup vinaigrette to the lettuce.
  8. Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans and 1 medium apple, thinly sliced or diced.
  9. Toss gently to coat.
  10. Garnish with 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon, and 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese (or cheese of your choice).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

41g

Carbs

9g

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