What do mixed greens consist of?

Mixed greens refers to a blend of various lettuces and other leafy greens. There are a variety of pre-packaged mixed greens on the market that include different combinations of greens - baby greens, spring greens, gourmet medley. All will work in this recipe.

Which salad greens are healthiest?

According to Harvard Medical School , “some of the most nutritious greens include spinach, kale, romaine, watercress, and arugula They are rich in a combination of vitamins A, C, and K; several B vitamins (including folate); and potassium.”

Is apple pecan salad healthy?

Yes, this salad is healthy - leafy greens, apples and pecans are all good for you. Most salad greens contain vitamins, minerals and fiber. Apples are rich in antioxidants and fiber. And pecans contain more than 19 vitamins and minerals.

Apple & Pecan Salad Truffle Vinaigrette | A Well-Seasoned Kitchen®

Ingredients

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Apple-Truffle Vinaigrette

2 tablespoons apple juice
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
3 to 5 teaspoons white truffle oil (see Note)
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped shallots
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped garlic
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt, to taste

Candied Pecans

1/2 cup butter
1 cup light brown sugar, medium pack
1/3 cup coarsely chopped pecans
Kosher salt, to taste

Mixed Greens Salad

1 granny smith apple, cored and cut into 1/8-inch matchsticks
10 ounces mixed greens (I like bagged “mixed spring greens”), washed, dried and torn into bite-site pieces
1/2 cup (8 ounce) prepared shoestring potatoes

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Instructions

Apple Truffle Vinaigrette

Place apple juice, vinegar, mustard, honey, truffle oil, shallots and garlic in a blender and mix well.
With the motor running, slowly add olive oil. Season to taste with salt.
Cover and set aside for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Candied Pecans

In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in sugar, then chopped pecans. Cook, stirring, until sugar is melted and nuts are lightly toasted, around 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and quickly transfer nuts onto waxed or parchment paper, separating the pecan pieces as much as possible. Sprinkle lightly with kosher salt. Set aside to cool.
When cool enough to handle, break into smaller pieces as needed. Place on paper towel to soak up any grease from the butter.

Mixed Greens Salad

Arrange mixed greens on 4 individual salad plates, or on one large serving platter.
Top with apple matchsticks and candied pecans; drizzle with some of the vinaigrette.
Top with matchstick potatoes.
Pass additional dressing on the side.

Notes

Make ahead: Vinaigrette and candied pecans can be prepared up to 2 days in advance. Cover and store dressing in the refrigerator. Nuts can be covered and stored at room temperature.

Note on truffle oil: I recommend only using white truffle oil, not black. In my testing, black truffle oil flavor was too strong in this vinaigrette. White truffle oil can be found in specialty stores and some major grocery stores.

Author: Lee Clayton Roper
Category: Side salad, easy entertaining, gluten free
Method: no bake
Cuisine: French