Description
Savor the flavors of autumn with this delightful Fall Salad featuring a tangy-sweet maple-lime dressing. Packed with mixed greens, roasted vegetables, and crunchy pecans, this salad is a perfect main course or side dish.
Ingredients
– 6 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, and kale)
– 2 cups diced roasted sweet potatoes
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 3 tablespoons maple syrup
– 2 tablespoons lime juice
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss the diced sweet potatoes with a drizzle of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
2. 2. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, roasted sweet potatoes, pecans, and dried cranberries.
3. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, lime juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. 4. Drizzle the maple-lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
5. 5. Serve the Fall Salad with Maple-Lime Dressing immediately.
Notes
For a heartier meal, top the salad with grilled chicken or roasted chickpeas. The dressing can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Courses
- Method: Roasting, Tossing
- Cuisine: American