Berry Candied Pecan Salad with Lemon Vanilla Bean Dressing
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Berry Candied Pecan Salad with Lemon Vanilla Bean Dressing
Description
Berry Candied Pecan Salad with Lemon Vanilla Bean Dressing brings a mixture of fresh greens and berries together with sweet and buttery pecans. The candied pecans, created by cooking pecans with butter and sugar, add a crisp texture and sugary note. Goat cheese adds a mild, creamy element that complements the tart blackberries and raspberries. The dressing, made with canola oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, vanilla bean paste, and salt, is whisked to a smooth, aromatic finish that brightens the entire salad. Tossing all ingredients together distributes the flavors evenly, making each bite varied and fresh.
The salad works well as a starter or side and pairs nicely with simple proteins like grilled chicken or fish. Its combination of textures—from crunchy nuts to soft goat cheese and tender greens—offers a satisfying balance. The dressing's citrus and vanilla notes highlight the sweetness of the berries and pecans without overpowering them.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spring mix chopped, or romaine lettuce
- 6 ounces blackberry
- 6 ounces raspberry
- 4 ounce goat cheese sweet blueberry or cranberry flavor
- pecans candied
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 3 Tablespoons sugar
- 3/4 cup pecans
Lemon Vanilla Bean Dressing:
- 3/4 cup canola oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice fresh squeezed
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 Tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- <span class="mceItemHidden" data-mce-bogus="1"><span></span>Heat nonstick skillet over medium low heat. Add the butter and sugar and once it has melted toss in the pecans and continue to stir until coated. Let cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and place pecans on waxed paper and let cool.</span>
- In bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, vanilla and salt.
- In large bowl, toss spring mix or romaine, blackberries, raspberries, candied pecans and crumbled goat cheese. Toss with lemon vanilla bean dressing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 373 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 373kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 157mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 161mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 610IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 19.7mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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