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Apple & Cheddar Side Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette
Crisp greens mingle with juicy apple and crunchy celery, while sharp cheddar and toasted pecans add richness. A bright mustard vinaigrette ties everything together in a refreshing, flavorful bite.
- Total
- 20 min
- Prep
- 20 min
- Serves
- 4
Nutrition per Serving
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 3g
- Carbs
- 7g
- Fat
- 16g
- Fiber
- 2g
- Sugar
- 4g
- Sodium
- 126mg
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chopped shallot
- 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- pinch salt
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 cups mixed salad greens, such as arugula, spinach, radicchio and/or green leaf lettuce
- 1 cup thinly sliced celery
- 1 large red apple, chopped
- 1/2 cup shaved or cubed extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup toasted chopped pecans
Instructions
- Combine shallot, mustard, vinegar, pepper and salt in a large bowl (or small bowl, if making ahead). Whisk in oil until well combined.
- Just before serving, add greens, celery, apple, cheese and pecans. Toss gently until the greens are coated with the dressing.