Hearts of Romaine Salad with Apple Red Onion and Cider Vinaigr
Brighten up your table with this crisp and refreshing Hearts of Romaine Salad with Apple, Red Onion, and Cider Vinaigrette, a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors! Featuring tender romaine hearts as the base, this salad is elevated with tart, thinly sliced apples, sharp red onions, and a drizzle of tangy homemade cider vinaigrette. Toasted walnuts or pecans add a delightful crunch, while optional crumbled goat cheese provides a creamy, tangy finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is perfect as a vibrant appetizer, a light lunch, or a side dish for autumn-inspired meals. Healthy, flavorful, and easy to make, it’s an irresistible addition to any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 heads Hearts of romaine lettuce
- 1 large Apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, thinly sliced)
- 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.5 cup Crumbled goat cheese (optional)
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted)
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1.5 teaspoons Honey
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Wash the hearts of romaine thoroughly and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Slice each head lengthwise into halves or quarters, depending on preference, and arrange them on a large serving platter or in individual bowls.
Slice the apple into thin wedges, keeping the slices uniform for even texture. Thinly slice the red onion. Scatter both the apple slices and onion over the romaine hearts.
If using goat cheese, sprinkle it evenly over the salad, followed by the toasted nuts for added crunch.
Prepare the cider vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. While whisking, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to create a smooth and emulsified dressing.
Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if needed. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad just before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy this crisp, flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 127.4 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 1944 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.1 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.3 g | 187% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.5 g | ||
| Protein | 49.9 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 582 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 3080 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
