"If I could eat one salad for the rest of time, this one is it. I've made this recipe more times than I can count. It's got all the flavor and texture contrasts: crisp tart apple slices, pops of pomegranate seeds, creamy cheese, and cinnamon-spiced pecans. Topped with a zingy maple dressing, and it's salad perfection in my book. I serve it for dinner parties and holidays, and also as an easy weeknight side dish!"
"The candied pecans add a kick of sweet, cinnamon-spiced goodness to this salad. Store-bought work in a pinch, but I prefer to make my own homemade candied pecans. It takes only 5 minutes of prep time! I make a big batch and store them at room temperature: they keep for up to two weeks. If you're short on time or want less sugar, you can substitute with toasted pecans for a simpler but still delicious crunch."
Apple salad combines sweet-tart apples, creamy feta, pomegranate seeds, and cinnamon-spiced candied pecans tossed with a maple vinaigrette for bright, balanced flavors. Preparation requires minimal ingredients and takes about 20 minutes, making it suitable for weeknight meals, dinner parties, and holiday menus. Candied pecans can be homemade in five minutes and stored at room temperature for up to two weeks, or substituted with toasted nuts for less sugar. Variations include adding grilled or seared chicken for a heartier meal and swapping cheeses such as goat cheese. The salad works year-round but shines in fall and winter.
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