How long does apple cider vinaigrette salad dressing last?

Leftover vinaigrette will keep in the fridge for about a week. If separation occurs, just shake it up before using. In the fridge it may thicken and slightly solidify due to the olive oil.. Just take it out a few minutes before using so it can come to room temperature. Or if you're in a pinch, run the jar under warm water to speed up the process.

Can a harvest salad be prepped in advance?

Yes! But a few things to keep in mind. You can mix up the dressing in advance (although you'll need to give another quick mix or shake before serving). But I would hold off on chopping the apples until right before as they will brown. I also wouldn't toss the salad together (especially the dressing) until right before serving. The greens will begin to wilt and get soggy once they are dressed.

Can you mix olive oil and apple cider vinegar?

When making a salad dressing, you can mix together olive oil and apple cider vinegar. You'll need to mix well with a whisk (or shake in a jar) in order for the two to emulsify and combine into a vinaigrette.

Fall Harvest Salad (Apple Cider Vinaigrette)

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This Fall Harvest Salad combines the best autumn flavors in a salad. Toss spring mix with an easy apple cider vinaigrette dressing, apples, pecans, dried cranberries, and goat cheese. Versatile, customizable, and simple to make!

Author: Kathleen
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
Category: Salad
Method: By Hand
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Harvest Salad Ingredients

10oz Spring Mix, depending on servings
4oz Goat Cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
1/2 cup Pecan Halves, roughly chopped
2 medium Apples, chopped or thinly sliced

Apple Cider Vinaigrette

1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
1/3 cup Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
Salt and Pepper

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Instructions

Mix up the Dressing. Mix up the dressing ingredients and season with a pinch of salt and pepper, to taste. I like to shake everything up in a mason jar, but you could also blend in a small processor/blender, or mix by hand in a bowl.
Assemble the Salad. When ready to serve, add the lettuce, and other salad ingredients in a large bowl. I like to reserve a little bit of each add-in for sprinkling on top. Toss together with your desired amount of dressing. Depending on the size of your salad, you may not use all the dressing (see note).
Serve and Enjoy. Serve immediately.

Notes

Apple Cider Vinaigrette - The recipe makes about 2/3 cup dressing. Depending on the size of your salad/your dressing preference, you may not use it all. Leftover dressing keeps in the fridge for about a week. Or, the recipe can be easily halved if you would like less.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 461
Sugar: 28.2 g
Sodium: 251 mg
Fat: 34 g
Carbohydrates: 36.6 g
Fiber: 5.4 g
Protein: 7.6 g
Cholesterol: 13.1 mg

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