Pecan Apple Arugula Salad
Peppery arugula tossed with crisp apples and buttery pecans in a simple bright vinaigrette that is best made right before serving.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 262kcal
Ingredients
- 6 oz arugula washed and dried
- 1 apple Honeycrisp or other tart apple
- 1/2 cup pecan halves chopped if desired
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- pinch salt
- pinch sugar
- 4 1/2 tbsp light olive oil
Instructions
- Place the arugula in a large salad bowl
- Wash dry and slice the apple into bite size pieces
- Add the apple to the bowl
- Add the pecans
- In a small jar combine the vinegars salt and sugar and allow the sugar to dissolve
- Add the olive oil to the jar
- Secure the lid and shake until well combined
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently
- Serve immediately
Notes
- This salad wilts quickly, so it should be assembled just before serving
- If you do not have balsamic vinegar, use apple cider vinegar with a pinch of sugar
- Pomegranate molasses can also be used for a deeper flavor
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1041IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg