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Persimmon Salad with Maple Vinaigrette

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Persimmon Salad with Maple Vinaigrette is a vibrant, flavorful salad combining sweet persimmons with a tangy maple dressing. Paired with arugula, goat cheese, and toasted nuts, this fresh and refreshing dish is perfect for fall and winter. Whether as a light lunch, side dish, or starter, this seasonal salad is a crowd-pleaser that will brighten up any table.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 2 ripe persimmons (Fuyu or Hachiya, peeled and sliced)

  • 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or baby kale)

  • ½ cup crumbled goat cheese (or feta cheese)

  • ¼ cup toasted walnuts or pecans

  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)

  • Fresh ground black pepper, to taste

  • Sea salt, to taste

For the Maple Vinaigrette:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or white wine vinegar)

  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Making the Maple Vinaigrette:

  1. Whisk the ingredients: In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth and well-combined.

  2. Season the vinaigrette: Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup if preferred.

Preparing the Salad:

  1. Prepare the persimmons: Slice Fuyu persimmons thinly. For Hachiya, ensure they are ripe and soft, peel them, and slice carefully.

  2. Toss the greens: Add mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or baby kale) into a large salad bowl. If using red onion or avocado, add them now.

  3. Assemble the salad: Gently arrange sliced persimmons on top of the greens. Add crumbled goat cheese and toasted walnuts or pecans. Top with avocado slices if desired.

  4. Drizzle with vinaigrette: Pour the maple vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients.

Notes

Add additional seasonal fruits like pomegranate seeds or pears for more texture and flavor.Fresh herbs like mint or thyme can be added for an aromatic twist.

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