Wenatchee Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Pacific Northwest flavors, Wenatchee Salad is a delightful celebration of crisp apples, juicy pears, and a medley of gourmet toppings. Featuring a vibrant mix of arugula, spinach, and romaine, this salad is elevated with slices of sweet Honeycrisp or Fuji apples and ripe Bartlett or Anjou pears. Tart dried cranberries, creamy goat cheese crumbles, and crunchy candied pecans or walnuts add layers of flavor and texture, while a homemade apple cider vinaigrette brings the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Ready in just 15 minutes, this visually stunning salad is ideal for any occasion—from a light lunch to an elegant dinner party. Savor the taste of autumn in every bite with this easy, wholesome recipe that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, romaine)
• 2 medium Wenatchee apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 2 medium ripe pears (e.g., Bartlett or Anjou)
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 0.5 cup candied pecans or walnuts
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Core and thinly slice the apples and pears. Leave the peel on for added texture and color, if desired. Add the sliced fruit to the bowl of greens.

Step 3

Sprinkle the dried cranberries, crumbled goat cheese, and candied pecans or walnuts over the top of the salad.

Step 4

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 5

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad right before serving. Gently toss to combine, ensuring the dressing evenly coats the greens and toppings.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, tangy, and sweet flavors of the Wenatchee Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1297.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2041.3

Total Fat 117.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 68.4mg	0%
Sodium 1162.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 229.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.0g	0%
Total Sugars 179.8g
Protein 31.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 416.6mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 1670.8mg	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: 50.3%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 43.6%