Best 2 Crisp Apple And Sausage Salad Recipes

Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a more elaborate dish for a special occasion, crisp apple and sausage salad is sure to impress. This timeless classic combines the savory flavors of sausage with the sweetness of apples, creating a delightful balance that will tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant colors and textures, this versatile salad can be customized to suit your preferences, making it a perfect choice for any occasion.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CRISP APPLE AND SAUSAGE SALAD

Crisp Apple and Sausage Salad image

This hearty and flavorful salad is easy to prepare and great served over warm laffa bread for a complete meal. While my favorite version contains a tasty gourmet chicken and apple sausage, any smoked sausage such as kielbasa will do. Enjoy!

Provided by Another Black Swan

Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (12 ounce) package chicken apple sausage, sliced in 1/2 inch rounds
1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
8 cups mixed field greens, washed and dried
1 cup baby arugula leaves, washed and dried
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup toasted pecans
½ cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

Place 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet and heat over medium heat. Stir in the sausage; cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Place the apple slices in a bowl, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Set aside.
To make the dressing, whisk together 1/3 cup olive oil, Dijon mustard, 1/3 cup lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl until creamy.
Place the field greens and arugula leaves in a salad bowl; toss together. Mix in the red onion, pecans, blue cheese, and apple slices. Pour the lemon dressing over the salad mixture, and toss to coat evenly. Add the sausage, and toss again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 771.9 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

CRISP APPLE AND SAUSAGE SALAD (GLUTEN FREE) RECIPE - (4.2/5)

Crisp Apple and Sausage Salad (Gluten Free) Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by Lady Butterfly

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package JOHNSONVILLE® Sweet Apple smoked chicken sausage, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 cups mixed salad greens
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup honey mustard salad dressing

Steps:

In a skillet, cook sausage in oil over medium heat until browned. Set aside to cool. In a small bowl, combine apple slices and lemon juice. In a large salad bowl, combine the salad greens, onion, blue cheese and apple slices. Add salad dressing; toss to coat. Gently stir in sausage. Serve immediately.

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked sausage or bacon.
If you don't have a mandoline, use a sharp knife to thinly slice the apples.
To prevent the apples from browning, toss them with a little lemon juice or vinegar.
For a sweeter salad, use a sweeter variety of apple, such as Honeycrisp or Gala.
For a more savory salad, use a more tart variety of apple, such as Granny Smith or Braeburn.
Add other ingredients to your salad, such as nuts, seeds, or cheese.
Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Apple and sausage salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish or light lunch. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying salad that's perfect for any occasion.