Best 8 Apple Cranberry Pecan Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion? Look no further than the Apple Cranberry Pecan Salad! This vibrant and colorful salad combines the sweet tartness of apples, the tangy sweetness of cranberries, the nutty crunch of pecans, and the creamy richness of cheese, all tossed in a light and flavorful dressing. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or a main course, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE CRANBERRY PECAN SALAD RECIPE



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The flavours in this salad are simple, and they're SO good!

Provided by Debbie Chapman

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

150 g approx 5 oz baby spinach
1 red delicious apple (cut into thin slices)
1/2 cup pecans (Or Candied Pecans, roughly chopped)
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup crumbled feta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add the olive oil, vinegar and honey to a small bowl and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over top of the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

APPLE PECAN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Apple Pecan Salad With Cranberry Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Apple

Time 22m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons maple syrup (or 1/8 cup brown sugar mixed with 2 tsp. water)
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon fresh cranberries (or frozen, may use dried craisins if you like)
1 tablespoon golden raisin
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper
5 cups mixed salad greens, rinsed and dried
1 fuji apple, cored and chopped (or try Pink Lady or Gala)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Coat the pecans with the 2 tbls. maple syrup(or brown sugar mixture) and 1/8 teaspoons cinnamon.
  • Spread the pecans out on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 5 to 8 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly toasted.
  • In a food processor, combine the cranberries, raisins, vinegar, onion, brown sugar, and mustard. Chop coarsely; remove from processor and place in a bowl.
  • Gradually whisk in olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Chop apple into bite size pieces, then mix with lemon/water mixture in a bowl to prevent browning. Keep apples in mixture until you toss ingredients into salad.
  • In a salad bowl, toss together the greens, apples, and enough of the cranberry mixture to coat.
  • Sprinkle with pecans, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.6, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 3.3, Sodium 19.6, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 11.4, Protein 0.8

APPLE CRANBERRY AND PECAN SALAD



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Tip: Sprinkle 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbles onto salad.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (5-ounce) bag fresh baby spinach blend
1 apple, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup Archer Farms Cinnamon Glazed Pecans
6 tablespoons Archer Farms Poppyseed Dressing

Steps:

  • Toss spinach, apple, cranberries and pecans in large bowl until mixed. Drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.

APPLE, PECAN, CRANBERRY, AND AVOCADO SPINACH SALAD WITH BALSAMIC DRESSING



Apple, Pecan, Cranberry, and Avocado Spinach Salad with Balsamic Dressing image

I like using Cripp, Braeburn, or Gala apples in this yummy salad!

Provided by teenbeauty

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup baby spinach leaves
1 tablespoon dried cranberries
1 tablespoon chopped salted pecans
½ apple, cored and diced
1 tablespoon diced red onion
2 tablespoons grated carrot
¼ avocado, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place spinach, cranberries, pecans, apple, onion, carrot, and avocado into a bowl. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 241 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

APPLE-PECAN SALAD



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This quick and easy salad features apple, pecans, berries and salad greens - a perfect side dish that's ready in 10 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 cup chopped Gala apple
1/3 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1/3 cup candied pecans
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, toss salad greens, apple, cranberries and pecans.
  • In small bowl, stir lemon juice, oil, honey and salt with wire whisk until well blended. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 249 mg

APPLE CRANBERRY SALAD



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"I turn to this delicious recipe on long days when I come home tired," writes Kathy Everette from Menlo, Georgia. It has a wonderful crunch, tastes delicious and is healthy, too. This one's sure to be a hit!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium apples, diced
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup miniature marshmallows
2 tablespoons raisins
3/4 cup whipped topping
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the apples, celery, pecans, cranberries, marshmallows and raisins. Combine whipped topping and sour cream; spoon over apple mixture and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APPLE-CRANBERRY SALAD



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Enjoy this delicious apple salad sprinkled with cranberries and pecans - a wonderful side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
3 Braeburn apples, cored, thinly sliced into rings
3 Granny Smith apples, cored, thinly sliced into rings
1 cup dried cranberries or cherries
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper to boiling. Boil 1 minute; remove from heat. Cool completely. Stir in oil and gingerroot with wire whisk.
  • In large shallow glass dish, place apple rings in single layer. Pour dressing over apples and turn to coat with dressing. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Use slotted spoon to arrange apple rings on salad plates. Evenly sprinkle with cranberries and pecans. Drizzle with leftover dressing from dish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 99 mg

CRANBERRY APPLE PECAN QUINOA SALAD



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A beautiful and light take on a fall salad. The tastes mix well together and it can be served hot or cold. I like to pair it with Dijon-crusted salmon!

Provided by jrsolger

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon maple syrup, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 large crisp apple, chopped into small pieces
1 cup pecan pieces
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Stir chicken broth and quinoa together in a saucepan; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, place cover on the saucepan, and cook until the broth is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and fluff with a fork.
  • Whisk olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and cinnamon together in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle sauce over the quinoa; stir. Add apple pieces, pecan pieces, cranberries, and Parmesan cheese; stir. Return cover to the saucepan and let the mixture steam until the sauce warms and the apples soften slightly, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 197.7 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp apples and cranberries.
  • If you don't have any pecans, you can substitute walnuts or almonds.
  • To make a vegan version of this salad, use a plant-based mayonnaise or yogurt.
  • For a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon or two of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-cooked chicken or turkey.

Conclusion:

This apple cranberry pecan salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, give this one a try.

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