Fall Salad with Maple-Balsamic Dressing

An unusual mixture that creates a perfect fall salad!

Step: 1

Combine spinach, apple, Cheddar cheese, cranberries, and pecans in a large salad bowl. Toss well.

Step: 2

Combine balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and mustard in the bowl of an electric blender. Blend on medium speed until mixed well. While the blender is running, add olive oil in a steady stream. Blend until oil and vinegar are no longer separated. Add salt and pepper to taste and emulsify until creamy. Drizzle over salad and serve immediately.

Per Serving: 637 calories; protein 10.5g; carbohydrates 37g; fat 52.1g; cholesterol 30.2mg; sodium 242.7mg.