Apple Pecan And Blue Cheese Salad With Dried Cherries Recipe

Inspired by Ree Drummond's Pioneer Woman, this vibrant salad is a symphony of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors! Crisp apples, crunchy pecans, creamy blue cheese, and juicy dried cherries are tossed in a simple yet unforgettable maple Dijon vinaigrette. A quick and easy recipe perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or appetizer.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 215.5 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Pecan And Blue Cheese Salad With Dried Cherries

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How to Make Apple Pecan And Blue Cheese Salad With Dried Cherries

  1. Wash and dry 5 oz of mixed greens.
  2. Core and thinly slice 1 medium apple (about 1 cup).
  3. Roughly chop 1/2 cup pecan halves.
  4. Measure out 1/4 cup dried cherries.
  5. Crumble 4 ounces of blue cheese.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the greens, apple slices, pecans, cherries, and blue cheese.
  7. In a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, whisk together 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Secure the lid and shake vigorously to emulsify the dressing.
  9. Pour the desired amount of dressing over the salad (start with 2 tablespoons and add more to taste).
  10. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

26g

Carbs

3g