Il Fornello Roast Ontario Apple Salad
Savor the crisp, caramelized goodness of the Il Fornello Roast Ontario Apple Salad, a seasonal masterpiece that marries the natural sweetness of roasted Ontario apples with the tangy creaminess of goat cheese and the delightful crunch of candied pecans. This vibrant salad features a medley of fresh mixed greens—arugula, spinach, and baby kale—tossed in a beautifully balanced balsamic vinaigrette infused with Dijon mustard and honey. Perfect as a light main course or an elegant starter, this salad celebrates the rich flavors of locally-sourced Honeycrisp or McIntosh apples, roasted to perfection with a touch of maple syrup. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple steps, this recipe is your go-to for a fresh, flavorful, and eye-catching dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Ontario apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or McIntosh)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, and baby kale)
- 1 cup Crumbled goat cheese
- 1 cup Candied pecans
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and core the Ontario apples, then slice them into thick wedges.
In a bowl, toss the apple wedges with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the maple syrup until evenly coated.
Lay the apples in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool.
While the apples are roasting, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, crumbled goat cheese, and candied pecans.
Once the roasted apples have cooled slightly, add them to the salad bowl.
Drizzle the salad with the vinaigrette and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful seasonal salad as a refreshing starter or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2165 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.1 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.3 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 137 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 2512 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.3 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.0 g | ||
| Protein | 60.1 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 650 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1885 mg | 40% | |
*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.
