APPLE, CRANBERRY AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD

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Apple, Cranberry and Goat Cheese Salad image

Provided by Celia Barbour

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup pepitas (shelled pumpkin seeds)
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup dried cranberries, chopped if desired
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider (or raspberry, pear or other fruity) vinegar
Finely grated zest of half an orange, optional
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 apple, cored and quartered
1 head lettuce, cored and torn into pieces, or mesclun mix
1 6-ounce log of goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Toss pepitas with olive oil and salt in a bowl. Spread on baking sheet and toast in oven until golden and popped, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and let cool. Place pepitas and cranberries in bottom of a salad bowl.
  • In another bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, vinegar and zest, if using. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Whisk until emulsified.
  • Thinly slice each apple quarter crosswise, and add to salad bowl. Add lettuce and dressing, and toss to mix. Crumble cheese over salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 256, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 267 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

mark taylor
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This salad is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Hamero 980
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This salad is also great with other types of cheese. I've used feta, blue cheese, and cheddar with great results.


Dawid Muller
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I've made this salad with different types of greens. Arugula, spinach, and mixed greens all work well.


Kismat NJ Kismat NJ
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This salad is a great way to showcase seasonal produce. I love using fresh apples and cranberries from the farmers market.


shimza Butt
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


judy ngolo
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover apples and cranberries.


Tsega
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


Zoee Martin
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I made a few substitutions to the recipe. I used pecans instead of walnuts and balsamic vinegar instead of red wine vinegar. It still turned out delicious.


MUSTAFA JANI
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Murtza Rana
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This is my new favorite salad. I love the combination of sweet and tart flavors.


Karlene Acland
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of ingredients.


Ansumana A Conteh
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This salad is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. The sweetness of the apples and cranberries pairs perfectly with the tanginess of the goat cheese. The walnuts add a nice crunch, and the dressing is light and flavorful.