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Harvest Salad

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This Harvest Salad recipe is a vibrant fall-inspired dish made with crisp greens, fresh apples and pears, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, and tangy balsamic dressing. Perfect as a holiday side dish or light main course, this easy harvest salad balances sweet and savory flavors with beautiful seasonal ingredients.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 6 cups mixed salad greens

  • 1 apple, thinly sliced

  • 1 pear, sliced

  • ½ cup dried cranberries

  • ½ cup toasted pecans or walnuts

  • ½ cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese

  • ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced

For the Dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced apple, pear, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, crumbled cheese, and red onion.

  • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  • Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving.

  • Toss gently to coat evenly.

  • Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Toss apples in a little lemon juice to prevent browning.

  • Toast nuts in a dry skillet for 3–5 minutes to enhance flavor.

  • Keep dressing separate until ready to serve to avoid soggy greens.

  • Add roasted butternut squash or sweet potatoes for extra heartiness.

  • To make vegan, omit cheese and use maple syrup instead of honey.

Find it online: https://cookibly.com/harvest-salad/