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Autumn Chopped Salad Recipe

Autumn Chopped Salad Recipe Bursting with Fall Flavors

This Autumn Chopped Salad Recipe features seasonal ingredients that create a burst of flavors, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 heads Romaine Hearts Fresh romaine is best
  • 1 each Red Pear Slightly firm pears are best
  • 4 slices Bacon Thick-cut bacon enhances texture
  • 1 cup Maple Pecans Homemade preferred, store-bought is fine
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Can be swapped for feta
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Consider substituting dried cherries
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette Quality store-bought works well
  • 1/4 cup Poppy Seed Dressing Combining dressings creates depth

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • small jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Maple Pecans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread raw pecans on a baking sheet, drizzle with maple syrup and a pinch of salt. Bake for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden and fragrant. Let cool.
  2. Chop Ingredients: Dice the romaine hearts and chop the red pear, cooked bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and cooled maple pecans into uniform pieces. Set aside in separate bowls.
  3. Assemble the Salad: In a large serving bowl, layer the chopped romaine, then artfully arrange the pears, bacon, maple pecans, cheddar cheese, and cranberries on top.
  4. Mix the Dressings: Combine balsamic vinaigrette and poppy seed dressing in a small jar. Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds.
  5. Toss Together and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and gently toss with tongs to distribute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best freshness, store each component separately until serving.

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