Apple Arugula Salad With Maple Pecans
If you’re craving a vibrant and refreshing dish, the Apple Arugula Salad With Maple Pecans is your answer. This delightful salad combines crisp apples, peppery arugula, and sweet figs, creating a flavor explosion that’s perfect for fall gatherings or cozy family dinners. Topped with crunchy maple-glazed pecans, this salad not only bursts with taste but also presents beautifully on any table. Best of all, it comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute entertaining. Toss in some grilled chicken or chickpeas to turn it into a hearty meal, or enjoy it as a light side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 thinly sliced apples
- 5 oz arugula
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped figs
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup (for pecans)
- For dressing: olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, pepper, sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Toss the pecan halves with maple syrup and a pinch of sea salt. Spread them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- While the pecans cool, whisk together the dressing ingredients: olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, pepper, and sea salt.
- In a large salad bowl, combine arugula with apple slices, chopped figs, red onion, goat cheese crumbles (if using), and roasted pecans. Drizzle with half of the dressing and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg