Apple Arugula Salad With Maple Pecans
If you’re craving a vibrant and refreshing dish, look no further than this Apple Arugula Salad With Maple Pecans. Perfectly balancing sweet apples, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy, maple-roasted pecans, this salad is a delightful addition to any meal. It takes just 20 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Enjoy it as a side or elevate it to a main course by adding your favorite protein. This versatile recipe shines in apple season but can be enjoyed year-round.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 thinly sliced apples
- 5 oz arugula
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped figs
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- pinch of sea salt
- 1/4–1/2 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Toss the pecans with maple syrup and a pinch of sea salt; spread on a baking sheet and roast for 5-7 minutes until toasted.
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a bowl until well combined; adjust seasoning to taste.
- In a large salad bowl, layer arugula with apples, figs, red onion, goat cheese, and roasted pecans. Drizzle with half the dressing and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg