Fall Fruit Layered Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Fall Fruit Layered Salad
90 min.
8
377kcal

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As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, there's no better way to celebrate the flavors of fall than with a vibrant Fall Fruit Layered Salad. This delightful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously healthy option that caters to both vegetarians and those seeking gluten-free meals. With its stunning layers of fresh arugula, roasted grapes, and sweet pears, this salad brings together the best of autumn's bounty.

The combination of creamy chèvre cheese, tart dried cherries, and crunchy toasted hazelnuts adds a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, making each bite a unique experience. Drizzled with a tangy sherry vinegar dressing, this salad is a perfect side dish for any gathering or a refreshing starter to kick off your meal. Whether you're hosting a festive dinner or simply looking for a nutritious snack, this Fall Fruit Layered Salad is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.

Ready in just 90 minutes and serving up to eight people, it's an ideal choice for family gatherings or potlucks. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a seasonal treat that celebrates the essence of fall!

Ingredients

  • cups arugula packed (5-oz package)
  • 1.5 cups goat cheese crumbled (goat)
  • cup cherries dried
  • 0.5 cup hazelnuts peeled toasted
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  •  pears 
  • cups grapes red
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sherry vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 450°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. In large bowl, toss grapes and honey. Arrange on cookie sheet. Roast 20 to 30 minutes, stirring once, until grapes burst and begin to caramelize.
  2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat sherry vinegar, olive oil and salt with whisk. Set aside.
  3. Add grapes and any syrup remaining on cookie sheet to vinegar mixture; stir. Cool completely.
  4. Layer as follows. Using slotted spoon, carefully transfer grapes to 3-quart trifle dish or bowl.
  5. Place arugula on top of grapes, mounding in center.
  6. Core and thinly slice pears; add them to vinegar mixture, and toss to coat. Using slotted spoon, transfer pears to bowl, spreading them evenly on top of arugula. Discard any remaining liquid.
  7. Place chèvre evenly on top of pears; scatter cherries and hazelnuts on top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories377kcal
Protein11.24%
Fat37.55%
Carbs51.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.75
Glycemic Load
17.2
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.588260878687%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.42mg
Catechin
0.21mg
Epigallocatechin
0.47mg
Epicatechin
1.69mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.56mg
Kaempferol
3.49mg
Quercetin
1.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:377.3kcal
18.87%
Fat:16.48g
25.36%
Saturated Fat:6.97g
43.56%
Carbohydrates:50.58g
16.86%
Net Carbohydrates:46.16g
16.79%
Sugar:42.19g
46.88%
Cholesterol:19.58mg
6.53%
Sodium:310.55mg
13.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.11g
22.21%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.68%
Copper:0.59mg
29.45%
Vitamin K:27.34µg
26.04%
Vitamin A:1277.3IU
25.55%
Fiber:4.41g
17.66%
Phosphorus:157.79mg
15.78%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.78%
Vitamin E:1.83mg
12.2%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.94%
Iron:2.04mg
11.35%
Calcium:111.17mg
11.12%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.32%
Potassium:308.78mg
8.82%
Magnesium:32.86mg
8.22%
Vitamin C:6.45mg
7.81%
Folate:28.33µg
7.08%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.13%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.76%
Vitamin B3:0.59mg
2.94%
Selenium:1.69µg
2.42%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.35%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%