Autumn Harvest Apple Salad (Print Version)
Crisp apples, greens, pecans, and feta unite for a fresh fall salad finished with tangy balsamic vinaigrette.
# Ingredients:
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2 medium Honeycrisp apples
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4 cups mixed greens
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1 cup crumbled feta cheese
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½ cup pecans
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¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette
# Directions:
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Wash and dice Honeycrisp apples into bite-sized pieces. Rinse mixed greens thoroughly under cold water and pat dry completely.
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Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add pecans and toast for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown and fragrant.
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In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, diced apples, crumbled feta, and toasted pecans. Toss gently with clean hands or tongs.
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Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Toss again until all ingredients are evenly coated with dressing.
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Transfer to individual plates or bowls immediately. Add extra feta cheese if desired and serve while apples remain crisp.
# Notes:
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Choose Honeycrisp apples for their exceptional crunch and balanced sweet-tart flavor that won’t brown quickly after cutting.
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Toast pecans until they smell nutty and turn golden brown, but watch carefully to prevent burning, which creates bitter flavors.
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Dry greens completely after washing to prevent diluting the vinaigrette and creating a soggy salad texture.
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Add dressing just before serving to maintain crisp textures and prevent wilting of delicate lettuce leaves.