Autumn Harvest Salad with Cider Vinaigrette

Autumn Harvest Salad with Cider Vinaigrette

A vibrant, seasonal salad celebrating fall produce, elevated by a dressing made with CEREN Apple Cider Vinegar.

Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, kale)
  • 1 crisp apple, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup walnuts, toasted
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup goat cheese, crumbled
  • ½ roasted butternut squash, cubed
  • For the vinaigrette:
  • 3 tablespoons CEREN Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Roast squash: Toss squash cubes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 25–30 minutes until caramelized. Let cool slightly.

Make vinaigrette: In a jar, whisk together CEREN Apple Cider Vinegar, mustard, honey, and seasoning. Slowly stream in olive oil until emulsified.

Assemble salad: Arrange greens on a platter. Layer with apple slices, roasted squash, cranberries, walnuts, and goat cheese.

Dress: Drizzle vinaigrette generously just before serving and toss lightly.

👉 This salad is a balance of textures and flavors: crunchy, creamy, sweet, tangy, and earthy. The vinegar ties everything together.