APPLE PECAN SALAD

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Roasting develops the buttery richness of Fuji apples topped with chopped pecans. A honey-and-cider vinegar dressing provides just the right amount of sweetness. Serve the fruit over a pretty mix of oak leaf and butter lettuces.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Apple

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons finely chopped pecans
3 small small sweet apples, halved and cored
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup apple cider
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 cups mesclun or 6 cups torn mixed greens
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Line baking sheet with foil; lightly coat with cooking spray.
  • In bowl combine brown sugar and finely chopped pecans.
  • Place apple halves, cut sides up, on baking sheet.
  • Brush tops of apples with butter; sprinkle with brown sugar mixture.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until just tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, in a screw-top jar combine oil, cider, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Cover; shake well.
  • Arrange greens on serving platter; top with apple halves.
  • Spoon melted sugar and pecans from baking sheet atop salad.
  • Shake dressing; drizzle desired amount on salad.
  • Sprinkle with coarsely chopped pecans. Pass remaining dressing. Makes 6 servings.
  • Tip: If there's dressing left over, you can store it for up to two days in the refrigerator.

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