Autumn Chopped Salad
A beautiful medley of fresh ingredients capturing the flavors of fall with juicy pears, crunchy pecans, tangy cranberries, and savory bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 medium-sized pears, chopped
- 6–8 strips of thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheese (cheddar or goat)
- ½ cup toasted pecans
- ½ cup balsamic dressing
Instructions
- In a medium skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
- Chop the romaine lettuce and pears into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine, pears, bacon, cranberries, cheese, and pecans.
- Drizzle with balsamic dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately in a serving bowl or on individual plates.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days, but the lettuce may lose its crispness. For the best flavor, prepare the salad just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/autumn-chopped-salad/
