Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAster CafeWinter Apple Bleu Salad Recipe

Winter Apple Bleu Salad Recipe

Inspired by Aster Cafe
Time25m
Serves4

Granny smith apples, candied pecans, celery, mixed greens, bleu cheese crumbles, citrus dressing vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Citrus Dressing Vinaigrette

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Apples

    Wash the Granny Smith apples thoroughly. Core and slice them into thin wedges. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Celery

    Rinse the celery stalks and slice them thinly on a diagonal. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Mix the Greens

    In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens as the base for the salad.

  4. 4

    Add Other Ingredients

    Top the mixed greens with the sliced apples, celery, candied pecans, and bleu cheese crumbles.

Citrus Dressing Vinaigrette Preparation

  1. 5

    Combine Dressing Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  2. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the dressing.

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