Apple And Toasted Pecan Salad With Honey Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe

Joan's award-winning Apple & Toasted Pecan Salad is a delightful mix of sweet and savory! This recipe features crisp apples, crunchy toasted pecans, and a luscious honey poppy seed dressing. Easily customizable to your liking, this salad makes a light lunch or a hearty main course with the addition of grilled chicken or other protein. Get ready for a flavor explosion in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 593.6 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple And Toasted Pecan Salad With Honey Poppy Seed Dressing

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How to Make Apple And Toasted Pecan Salad With Honey Poppy Seed Dressing

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast ½ cup pecan halves on a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of mixed greens, 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji recommended) cored and thinly sliced, ½ cup crumbled blue cheese (optional), and ½ cup toasted pecans.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon poppy seeds, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Just before serving, pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately. For a heartier meal, add cooked chicken, grilled shrimp, or chickpeas.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

122g

Fat

46g

Carbs

12g