APPLE SAUSAGE SALAD WITH CINNAMON VINAIGRETTE

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Making croutons with cinnamon-raisin bread is sweet genius. Toss together the rest of the salad while they toast. -Kim Van Dunk, Caldwell, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 slices cinnamon-raisin bread
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Dash pepper
1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked apple chicken sausage links, cut diagonally in 1/2-inch-thick slices
2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens
2 cups sliced fresh Bartlett pears
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup dried sweet cherries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cut each slice of bread into 12 cubes; scatter over a 15x10-in. pan. Bake until toasted, 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway. Cool 5 minutes., Meanwhile, combine next six ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake until blended. In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned and heated through, 2-3 minutes per side., Divide salad greens among six dinner-size plates; add sausage to each plate. Top with pear slices, walnuts, cherries and croutons. Shake dressing again; spoon over salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 23g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Cab
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I love the combination of apples, sausage, and walnuts in this salad. It's a really unique and delicious flavor combination.


Shafiullah Karimy
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's a perfect summer salad.


Hamid Mohammade
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sausage. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and veggies.


Ejiro Fejiro
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Luke Tippey
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I'm not a huge fan of apples in salads, but this recipe has changed my mind. The apples add a nice sweetness and crunch that really complements the sausage and walnuts.


Deegan Harriss
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I've made this salad with both chicken and sausage, and it's delicious either way. I also like to add a handful of dried cranberries for a little extra sweetness.


TADISSO AKELE
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for picnics and potlucks.


Shelven Fair
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a really flavorful dish.


YAMI KHAN OFFICIAL
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Yum! This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and veggies. It's also a great way to use up leftover sausage.


Asma Omran
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a perfect fall salad.


Maya Lamichhane
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the way the sweetness of the apples balanced out the saltiness of the sausage.


Polykarp Andjamba
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover sausage. It's also a great make-ahead meal, as the flavors meld together nicely overnight. I love the addition of cinnamon to the vinaigrette. It gives the salad a warm, autumnal flavor.


Kabir Muhd
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. The dressing is so flavorful, and the combination of apples, sausage, and walnuts is perfect. I highly recommend it!


MD mustafiz Mustafiz
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Easy to make and bursting with flavor! The cinnamon vinaigrette really makes this dish special. I used a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, and they were perfect. Will definitely be making this again!


eslam isso
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This salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of sweet apples, savory sausage, and tangy cinnamon vinaigrette was simply divine. I especially loved the crunchiness of the apples and walnuts. Definitely a keeper!