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Salad with Broiled Apples and Pecans

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By: Rachel GurkPosted: 10/18/2013Updated: 06/15/2021

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Soft and sweet broiled apples make this salad perfect for fall. Easy to prepare and a very impressive presentation. Perfect for dinner guests or Monday night dinner with your family. Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Soft and sweet broiled apples make this salad perfect for fall. Easy to prepare and a very impressive presentation. Perfect for dinner guests or Monday night dinner with your family.

Closeup front view of salad with broiled apples arranged on square white plate.

Okay, I know.

Another salad with apples. I’ve given you guys a few salad recipes with apples already. Have you tried them yet? How about the kale salad with apples and golden raisins? Or the Brussels sprouts salad with green apples and cranberries? Or this light salad with apples and cucumbers? 

But this salad is totally different from those: broiled apples and pecans, a tangy Dijon vinaigrette, fresh greens and parsley leaves. 

Let’s talk about the broiled apples for a minute. Broiling has a similar effect as roasting. And you all know I’m obsessed with roasting things.

Marvelous stuff happens with roasting/broiling. Chewy and soft centers, slightly crispy on the outside, and such great flavor. The flavor that comes out from cooking something at a high heat is just amazing.

And broiled apples? Turns out they are no exception. How long does it take? Eight minutes under the broiler. Added bonus? The golden brown color makes for a beautiful presentation.

Front view of salad with broiled apples on square white plate.

I liven this salad up with curly leaf parsley.

Now I know … some people scoff at curly leaf parsley as being outdated and not as sexy as its sister, flat leaf parsley, but I love the stuff. First of all, it keeps fresh far longer in the fridge than flat leaf. I have a black thumb and live in Michigan so I can’t go out and pick some fresh herbs any time I want. One point for curly leaf parsley. Second, ….

Okay that’s all I can come up with. But things keeping longer in the fridge means less waste which means more money in my pocket! Yay money! Truthfully, I typically just buy whichever bunch of parsley that is looking the freshest at the store.

Oh c’mon, you know you feel the same way.

Closeup of salad with broiled apples, mixed greens and pecan halves.

Also cozying up in this salad are pecans, mixed greens and a simple dressing made of cider vinegar and Dijon mustard. The apples are roasted right in the dressing and then the whole shebang is mixed in with the greens. So simple, yet so gorgeous, and sooooo tasty.

P.S. Crumble goat cheese or gorgonzola on top for a real treat. 

Easy side salads

Looking for more easy salads? Try:

 

  • Classic Arugula Salad
  • Kale and Pear Salad with Yogurt Dressing
  • Spring Salad with Rosé Vinaigrette, Asparagus, and Grapefruit
  • Fattoush Salad
  • Kale Salad with Dried Cranberries and Poppy Seed Dressing
  • Broccoli Salad

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Closeup of salad with broiled apples, pecans and mixed greens.
Recipe

Get the Recipe: Salad with Broiled Apples and Pecans

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Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 13 mins
4 side salads
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Soft and sweet broiled apples make this salad perfect for fall. Easy to prepare and a very impressive presentation. Perfect for dinner guests or everyday.

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 Granny Smith apples
  • 5 ounces mixed greens
  • 1/4 cup torn fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  • Preheat broiler with the rack 8-10 inches from the heat.
  • Core apples and cut into 1/2-inch slices. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard. Toss apples in this mixture and spread in an single layer on a large baking sheet. Broil until browned and soft or about 8 minutes.
  • Toss apples and all juices with mixed greens. Plate and serve immediately, topped with fresh parsley and toasted nuts.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1side salad, Calories: 240kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g, Sodium: 53mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 6g

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

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  1. Stephanie says

    April 14, 2014 at 10:46 am

    Hmmm.. can you broil apples ahead (earlier in the day) or should it really be done right before serving? (I have limited oven space but want to make this for a dinner party!) Thanks!

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  2. Johlene says

    October 21, 2013 at 6:01 am

    I´ve never tried broiled apples in my salad, so this is a 1st for me.. and I agree with you, saving money is very important (the curly leaf pasley part..).. :-)

    Have a great week!
    Xx

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    • Rachel Gurk says

      October 21, 2013 at 8:53 am

      Glad I’m not alone! :)

      Reply
  3. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says

    October 19, 2013 at 1:57 am

    What a gorgeous fall-inspired salad!

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  4. denise says

    October 18, 2013 at 10:49 pm

    I want to drizzle caramel on it–is that okay?

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    • Rachel Gurk says

      October 19, 2013 at 7:21 am

      umm…YES. Brilliant. ;)

      Reply
  5. Amy @Very Culinary says

    October 18, 2013 at 2:01 pm

    It’s still 85 degrees where I am, so you just keep on keepin’ on with those salads!

    Reply
  6. tahnycooks says

    October 18, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    I need to try broiled apples! This salad looks amazing. I want!!

    Reply
  7. Nikki @Seeded at the Table says

    October 18, 2013 at 12:18 pm

    I love the idea of broiling apples! They do make a very pretty presentation!

    Reply
  8. Sommer @ ASpicyPerspective says

    October 18, 2013 at 10:18 am

    Delicious-looking salad, Rachel! Perfect fall flavors! :)

    Reply
  9. steph@stephsbitebybite says

    October 18, 2013 at 10:14 am

    I’m making this for my lunch today!! I love soft, warm apples on a big pile of salad!

    Reply

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