Name: Easy Fall Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 medium sweet potato (peeled and cubed); 2 cups mixed greens (such as spinach or arugula); 1 apple (sliced); 1/4 cup pecans (chopped); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp honey

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Introduction

As autumn arrives with its cool breeze and colorful leaves, it’s the perfect time to embrace seasonal flavors in our meals. One of the best ways to incorporate fall’s bountiful harvest is through a vibrant, fresh salad. Lina Vexley, a passionate home cook, shares her easy fall salad recipes that have become staples in her autumn gatherings. These salads feature comforting roasted vegetables, crisp greens, and seasonal fruits, making them the perfect addition to any table. Whether you’re hosting a dinner or just looking to enjoy a healthy, seasonal dish, these salads are both simple and satisfying.

Easy Fall Salad

This easy fall salad combines roasted sweet potatoes, apples, and a tangy dressing, perfect for any autumn meal!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients

1 medium sweet potato peeled and cubed
2 cups mixed greens such as spinach or arugula
1 apple sliced
1/4 cup pecans chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed sweet potato with a little olive oil and spread it on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
While the sweet potato is roasting, prepare the dressing by whisking together apple cider vinegar, honey, and a tablespoon of olive oil.
In a large bowl, toss the mixed greens with the sliced apple, roasted sweet potato, and chopped pecans.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to swap the pecans with other nuts like walnuts or almonds, and you can add crumbled feta for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.2mg

Keyword Autumn, Fall, healthy, vegetarian

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How to Make the Recipe

Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube a medium-sized sweet potato, then toss it with a little olive oil. Spread the cubes on a baking sheet and roast for about 20-25 minutes, or until tender. While the sweet potato is roasting, whisk together the dressing by combining apple cider vinegar, honey, and olive oil in a small bowl. Once the sweet potato is done, let it cool slightly.

In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, thinly sliced apples, and roasted sweet potato cubes. Add chopped pecans for an added crunch. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to coat. This simple recipe is easy to make and full of fall flavors, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and savory notes.

Conclusion

This easy fall salad is an excellent way to enjoy the seasonal produce of autumn in a quick and healthy dish. The combination of roasted sweet potatoes, crisp apples, and pecans provides both flavor and texture, while the simple honey and apple cider vinegar dressing ties it all together. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish or a light main course, this salad will be a hit at your next fall gathering. Enjoy the flavors of the season in the most delicious way!