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Apple Orchard Salad with Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette
Apple Orchard Salad with Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette is like taking a trip to the apple orchard in salad form. Fresh, flavorful, and FUN!
Servings 6
Calories 408kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large sweet onions thinly sliced
- salt
- 5 oz spring mix
- 4 oz white cheddar cheese diced
- 2 apples thinly sliced or chopped
- 1/2 cup Bob's Red Mill Cranberry Almond Pan-Baked Granola
For the Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette:
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup not pancake syrup
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Combine ingredients for Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette in a jar with a tight fitting lid or bowl then shake or whisk to combine and refrigerate. Can be made up to 5 days ahead of time.
- Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions then cook until soft and caramelized, 40-50 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn heat down slightly if they begin to sear or burn. Season with salt then set aside. Can be made up to 3 days ahead of time then added to the salad either warm or cold.
- Add spring mix to a large serving bowl then top with caramelized onions, cheese, apples, and granola. Drizzle with Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette then toss to coat and serve.
Notes
- Estimate nutritional information includes entire vinaigrette recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 310mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 493IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 1mg