Chopped Autumn Salad with Apple Cider Dressing
This vibrant Chopped Autumn Salad with Apple Cider Dressing is a celebration of seasonal ingredients, perfect for fall gatherings. The tangy dressing complements the fresh veggies and fruits, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup to create a tangy-sweet foundation for your dressing.
- Whisk in 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil slowly to emulsify the mixture until the dressing becomes creamy and well-blended.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, along with salt and pepper to taste to enhance the flavor profile.
- Taste your dressing and adjust sweetness with more maple syrup or balance tanginess with a bit more olive oil if needed.
- Serve the dressing immediately over your chopped autumn salad or store it for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your dressing by adding Greek yogurt for creaminess or fresh herbs for an aromatic touch. You can prepare the dressing a day in advance for better flavor melding.