With the Fall season in full swing we wanted to share one of our favorite recipes that's quick and really takes advantage of your bounty from a great day of apple picking. This Autumn Apple, Pear, and Cheddar Salad is an easy creation when you're in the mood to dress up your daily lunch or as a great side to any entree. This recipe is heavy on the prep and light on the cooking; the recipe yields six servings, so feel free to turn this one into an activity for the whole family. Let's take at look a what you'll need to plate this heart healthy meal:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup apple juice
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 10 cup gourmet salad greens (about 10 ounces)
• 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
• 1 medium McIntosh apple, cored and cut into 18 wedges
• 1 medium Bartlett pear, cored and cut into 18 wedges
• 1/4 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

Instructions:

Full prep and cool time: 15-20 minutes

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