Fruit And Candied Pecan Salad Recipe
Mixed greens, seasonal fruit, candied pecans, and goat cheese.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Fruits
Candied Pecans
Cheese
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Candied Pecans
- 1
- 2
Mix Pecans with Sugar and Cinnamon
Add the pecans, brown sugar, and cinnamon to the skillet. Stir well to coat the pecans evenly.
- 3
- 4
Cool Pecans
Remove from heat and let the pecans cool on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Salad Assembly
- 5
Add Mixed Greens
In a large bowl, add the mixed greens as the base.
- 6
Add Fruits
Layer the sliced strawberries, blueberries, diced apple, and orange segments over the mixed greens.
- 7
Add Goat Cheese
Crumble the goat cheese over the salad.
- 8
Add Candied Pecans
Sprinkle the cooled candied pecans over the top of the salad.
Dressing Preparation
- 9
Make Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Final Assembly
- 10
Dress Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
- 11
Serve Salad
Toss gently to combine all ingredients and serve immediately.