Description
Autumn Apple and Pear Salad is a vibrant celebration of fall flavors, combining the sweetness of fresh apples and pears with the salty goodness of feta cheese and crispy bacon. This delightful dish is not only visually appealing but also a tantalizing mix of textures and tastes that elevate any meal. Perfect for holiday gatherings, casual weeknight dinners, or as a refreshing side dish, this salad is sure to impress. In just 20 minutes, you can prepare this wholesome and nutritious salad that embodies the essence of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 ounces mixed greens
- 1 pear, thinly sliced
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 3 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon minced shallot
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine mixed greens, sliced apple and pear, feta cheese, bacon, dried cranberries, and almonds in a large mixing bowl.
- For the vinaigrette, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, dijon mustard, minced shallot, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a jar with a lid until well combined.
- Serve the vinaigrette on the side to maintain crispness in the salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg