Mixed Greens, Apples & Manchego in Cider Vinaigrette
Source: Found on Pinterest
With tart apples, nutty Manchego and cider vinaigrette, this is the perfect Fall salad
Ingredients
- mixed greens for 4 people (or 5 oz. baby arugula)
- 1 crisp apple, such as Fuji or Honeycrisp
- 3½ oz. Manchego cheese, thinly slice
- ½ c. sliced almonds, lightly toasted
Cider Vinaigrette:
- 2 Tbls. apple cider vinegar
- 6 Tbls. canola oil
- 2 t.s maple syrup
- 1 t. Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbls. finely chopped shallot
- ¼ t. salt
- ¼ t. freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Make the vinaigrette by whisking all of the ingredients together in a small bowl. Set aside.
Place the mixed greens or arugula in a serving bowl.
Whisk the vinaigrette again until well combined, then add to the salad, little by little, until the greens are well dressed (you may have a little left over).
Right before serving, cut the apple into thin slices and toss into the salad along with the Manchego and almonds.
Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve immediately.
NOTE: Serves 4