Autumn Salad With Apples And Candied Walnuts Recipe

Ingredients for Autumn Salad With Apples And Candied Walnuts

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup walnuts (or pecans)
• Ground Black Pepper
• 2-3 tablespoons sugar
• Garlic Clove
• Dried Oregano
• Fresh Parsley
• Sweet Onion
• White Wine Vinegar
• Olive Oil
• Salt And Pepper
• Romaine Lettuce
• Granny Smith Apple
• Gala Apples
• Feta Cheese

How to Make Autumn Salad With Apples And Candied Walnuts

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a glass baking dish, combine 1 cup walnuts (or pecans) with 2 tablespoons of butter.
3. Bake for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until fragrant and lightly toasted.
4. Remove from oven and toss with 2-3 tablespoons of sugar and a pinch of black pepper to coat evenly.
5. Let the candied nuts cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
6. While nuts cool, prepare the dressing: Combine 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a blender or food processor.
7. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup olive oil until emulsified.
8. To prevent browning, place apple slices in a zip-top bag with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon water; seal and gently shake.
9. Assemble the salad just before serving: Combine desired amount of apple slices, mixed greens, and candied nuts in a large bowl.
10. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.