Apple Arugula Salad With Maple Pecans
If you’re in search of a refreshing and vibrant dish to elevate your meals, look no further than this Apple Arugula Salad With Maple Pecans. Bursting with the crunch of roasted pecans, the crispness of thinly sliced apples, and the tangy notes from goat cheese, this salad beautifully embodies the flavors of fall. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those with packed schedules. Whether enjoyed as a light main course or a delightful side dish, this salad is sure to become a cherished staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 apples (sliced thin)
- 5 oz arugula
- 1/4 cup red onion (sliced thin)
- 1/2 cup figs (chopped)
- 1/2 cup goat cheese crumbles
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup (for pecan topping)
- pinch of sea salt (for pecan topping)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tsp maple syrup (for dressing)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/4–1/2 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss pecans with maple syrup and sea salt; spread on a baking sheet. Bake for 5-7 minutes until toasted.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, pepper, and sea salt.
- In a large bowl, combine arugula, sliced apples, chopped figs, red onion slices, goat cheese crumbles, and toasted pecans. Drizzle half the dressing over the salad and gently toss before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 12mg