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Roasted Apple Salad with Caramelized Shallot Vinaigrette

Roasted Apple Salad with Caramelized Shallot Vinaigrette Bliss

Experience the delightful balance of sweet and salty flavors with this Roasted Apple Salad with Caramelized Shallot Vinaigrette, perfect for any Thanksgiving table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Greens
  • 4 cups Arugula Offers a peppery flavor
  • 2 cups Baby Kale Adds nutritional value
For the Roasted Apples
  • 3 medium Firm Apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji) Choose these varieties for sweetness
For the Crunch
  • 6 slices Crispy Bacon Adds savory crunch; optional for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Olive Oil Fried Pecans Brings richness and crunch; toasted nuts can be a substitute
For the Creaminess
  • 4 oz Creamy Blue Cheese Adds tang and richness; swap for goat cheese if desired
For Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Golden Raisins Provides sweet bites; can substitute dried cranberries
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Caramelized Shallot Vinaigrette Combines sweetness from maple syrup and acidity from apple cider vinegar

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Salad Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice firm apples into wedges and spread on a baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes, turning halfway through.
  2. In a skillet, cook bacon strips over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Using reserved bacon fat, fry pecans over medium heat until toasted, about 3-4 minutes. Alternatively, use olive oil.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté sliced shallots on low heat for about 5 minutes until golden. Add maple syrup and apple cider vinegar, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. In a salad bowl, mix arugula and kale with warm roasted apples, bacon, blue cheese, and pecans. Toss gently to combine.
  6. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss lightly to coat all ingredients evenly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, bring ingredients to room temperature before serving. Assemble right before serving for optimal freshness.

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