Description
This Autumn Chopped Salad is a vibrant, flavorful mix perfect for the fall season, combining crisp Romaine and Spring Mix lettuce with sweet apples, tart dried cranberries, crunchy candied pecans, savory bacon, and creamy Feta cheese, all tossed with a luscious creamy poppy seed dressing for a deliciously balanced salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Greens
- 8 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups Spring Mix lettuce
Fruits & Nuts
- 2 small Red Delicious or Gala apples, sliced thin
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup chopped candied pecans
Proteins & Dairy
- 8 slices bacon, crisp-cooked and crumbled
- 4 ounces Feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing
- Creamy Poppy Seed salad dressing, to taste
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, add the chopped Romaine lettuce, Spring Mix lettuce, sliced apples, dried cranberries, chopped candied pecans, crumbled crisp bacon, and crumbled Feta cheese. Toss well to evenly combine all ingredients.
- Serve with dressing: Divide the mixed salad among individual bowls. Top each serving with your desired amount of creamy poppy seed dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- For extra crunch, toast the candied pecans lightly before adding them to the salad.
- Bacon can be cooked in the oven or on the stovetop according to your preference.
- Use Granny Smith apples for a tarter contrast if desired.
- Make the salad dressing ahead and keep chilled until ready to serve.
- This salad is best served fresh to maintain lettuce crispness.
