National Pecan Day is April 14. What better way to celebrate than by making this Crisp Fruit Salad with Tangy Pecan Oil Vinaigrette from the Miller Pecan Company in Afton?

Crisp Fruit Salad with Tangy Pecan Oil Vinaigrette

Ingredients
1 head red lettuce
1/4 Cup Mandarin Oranges drained
4 Tbsp. Pecan oil
1 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
3 Tbsp sugar
1 green apple thinly sliced
1/4 Cup dried sweetened cranberries
1/2 Cup Miller Pecan medium pecan pieces
Feta cheese for garnish

Directions

1. Chop lettuce and arrange on a platter. Evenly sprinkle apples, oranges, cranberries, pecans, and feta on top.
2. For the dressing, combine remaining ingredients in a Mason jar. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously to ensure an even combination.
3. Either toss the salad with the dressing or serve the vinaigrette on the side.

Miller Pecan Company, 21853 South Highway 69 in Afton, (918) 257-6887 or millerpecancompany.com.

Written By

Karlie Ybarra

Managing editor Karlie Ybarra loves to explore her home state—and meet many of its animal citizens—any chance she gets.