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Autumn Harvest Salad

Autumn Harvest Salad: A Crunchy Celebration of Fall Flavors

Enjoy the delightful Autumn Harvest Salad, a medley of sweet cranberries, crisp green apples, and earthy walnuts for a truly festive dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 head Crisp Green Lettuce Use romaine or butter lettuce for crunch
  • 1 large Green Apple Thinly sliced; pears can be used as a substitute
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Alternatives include dried cherries or apricots
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts Pecans or toasted pumpkin seeds are great alternatives
For the Creamy Element
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Feta or Goat Cheese Use plant-based alternatives for dairy-free
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Choose high-quality oil
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • Medium bowl
  • large salad bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and dry the crisp green lettuce thoroughly under cold running water, then dry with a salad spinner and paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper; whisk until fully emulsified.
  3. In a large salad bowl, add dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and crumbled cheese; toss gently.
  4. Slice the green apple thinly and add to the salad bowl; carefully toss to combine.
  5. Just before serving, add the dried lettuce to the bowl, drizzle with vinaigrette, and toss lightly.
  6. Serve immediately in individual bowls or on a platter to enjoy the freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, keep salad components separate until ready to serve and mix gently to maintain texture.

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