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Apple Brie Salad

This elevated apple brie salad brings together creamy cheese, crisp apples, and nutty crunch in a stunning mix of flavor and texture. Dressed in a lightly sweet apple vinaigrette, it’s perfect for fall or anytime you’re craving a fresh, elegant salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:

  • 5 –6 oz mixed greens
  • 1 crisp apple Honeycrisp or Fuji, diced or thinly sliced
  • 4 oz brie cheese cubed
  • 1/2 cup pecans toasted if preferred
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 3 green onions chopped

For the Apple Cider Dressing:

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp apple juice or cider
  • 1.5 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Prepare the Salad Base:

  • In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, apple pieces, brie cubes, pecans, cranberries, and chopped green onions.

Make the Dressing:

  • In a jar or small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, apple juice, honey, ginger, and pepper until emulsified.

Assemble and Dress:

  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.

Notes

  • Keep apples from browning by slicing last or tossing in lemon water.
  • Use roasted nuts for added depth.
  • Substitute pear for apple for a seasonal variation.