Description

This is the perfect salad to serve anytime of the year. the Dijon vinaigrette dressing is a great contrast to the sweet pecans and apples, or pears, if you desire.

Ingredients

• Salad:
• 2 t. butter
• 1 c. pecan halves
• 1 t. sugar
• 1/8 t. salt
• 16 c. torn romaine, spinach, or a blend of favorite lettuces
• 3 ripe apples, diced (Johnathon, Gala, Honeycrisp, or Fuji) (pears can be substituted)
• 1 c. crumbled feta cheese
• Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing* See below
• Dressing:
• 1/2 c. plus 2 T. olive oil
• 1/4 c. finely diced onions
• 1/4 c. balsamic or white wine vinegar
• 2 T. Dijon mustard
• 1/2 t. kosher salt
• 1/2 t. freshly ground black pepper

Steps

1. Salad:
2. In a heavy skillet over medium heat, melt the butter; toast pecans for a few minutes; sprinkle on the sugar and salt. Cook 1 more minute, watching carefully so they don't burn.
3. Transfer nuts to a sheet of parchment paper on the counter or a baking sheet to cool.