Description
Celebrate the essence of the season with this vibrant Fall Harvest Salad. Combining crisp, shredded Brussels sprouts with fresh orchard apples, toasted pecans, and tangy feta, this dish offers a refreshing crunch in every bite. It is perfectly balanced by a bright, homemade apple cider vinaigrette that ties the earthy greens and sweet pomegranate seeds together. This nutrient-dense meal is perfect for a satisfying lunch or a festive side dish that highlights the very best of autumn’s bounty.
Ingredients
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and shredded
8 cups spring mix greens
2 Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup fresh pomegranate seeds
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup no-sugar-added apple cider
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
Place the pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat and toast for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, then set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded Brussels sprouts and spring mix greens.
Add the sliced apples, dried cranberries, pomegranate seeds, and cooled toasted pecans to the greens.
To prepare the dressing, whisk together the apple cider, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
Top with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately.
Notes
For the best texture, shred the Brussels sprouts thinly using a mandoline or a food processor with a slicing attachment. You can substitute goat cheese for feta if you prefer a creamier texture. Toasting the nuts is optional but highly recommended to enhance their natural oils and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg