Gluten-Free Apple Pecan Salad (Inspired by Wendy's)

Elevate your salad game with this Gluten-Free Apple Pecan Salad, a vibrant and wholesome recipe inspired by Wendy’s signature dish. Bursting with crisp, fresh mixed greens, sweet slices of red and green apples, crunchy toasted pecans, and tangy dried cranberries, this salad is perfectly balanced in flavor and texture. Tender slices of cooked chicken breast and creamy goat cheese add satisfying protein and richness, while a homemade apple cider vinaigrette ties it all together with a hint of sweetness and zing. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy, no-cook dish is the perfect choice for a quick lunch, light dinner, or impressive side dish. Plus, it’s gluten-free, making it ideal for a variety of dietary needs. Healthy, delicious, and packed with natural goodness, this salad is guaranteed to be a hit at your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 large Red apple
• 1 large Green apple
• 1 cup Pecans
• 1 cup Dried cranberries
• 1 cup Goat cheese
• 2 pieces Cooked chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing the mixed salad greens thoroughly, then dry them using a salad spinner or paper towels. Place the greens in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Core and slice the red and green apples into thin wedges. Add them to the salad bowl with the greens.

Step 3

In a small skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the pecans for about 3-5 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 4

Slice the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized strips and add them to the salad.

Step 5

Crumble the goat cheese and add it along with the dried cranberries and toasted pecans to the salad bowl.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified to make the dressing.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients well.

Step 8

Serve the salad immediately or keep it refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1552.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3057.2

Total Fat 171.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.2g
Cholesterol 460.5mg	0%
Sodium 2785.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 164.6g
Protein 171.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 561.6mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 1695.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 27.1%