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Ellen's Smokin' Chopped Salad

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In honor of the scene where Ellen violently chops the lettuce in half, this chopped salad is festive with dried cranberries, goat cheese, apples, and pecans.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups iceberg or romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 apple, chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl or mason jar, combine all of the dressing ingredients, and shake (or whisk) to combine.
  • In a serving bowl, add the lettuce, and top with remaining ingredients. Drizzle with some dressing, or serve on the side.
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