Sugar-Free Apple Pecan Salad (Inspired by Wendy's)
Indulge in the sweet-and-savory harmony of this Sugar-Free Apple Pecan Salad, a healthier take inspired by Wendy's iconic favorite. Crisp mixed greens form the base for a delightful medley of crunchy toasted pecans, tart Granny Smith apple slices, tender grilled chicken, creamy feta cheese, and naturally sweet unsweetened dried cranberries. All of this goodness is tossed in a zesty homemade apple cider vinaigrette, made with olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic, ensuring every bite bursts with fresh and vibrant flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-sugar, high-protein salad is perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or an elegant side dish.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 medium Apple (Granny Smith or your choice), thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Pecans, lightly toasted
- 0.333 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 large Grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries, unsweetened
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined. Set aside.
Step 2
Heat a small pan over medium heat. Add the pecans and toast them lightly, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until they are fragrant and slightly darker in color. Remove them from the pan and let them cool.
Step 3
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced apple, toasted pecans, crumbled feta cheese, grilled chicken slices, and dried cranberries.
Step 4
Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 5
Serve the salad immediately for optimum freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (736.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1315.8 |
| Total Fat 82.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g | |
| Cholesterol 238.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1764.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 50.0g | |
| Protein 77.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 477.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1214.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories