This Yule Salad Topping recipe is the perfect addition to your festive holiday meals. Made with a combination of crispy bacon, candied nuts, tangy cranberries, and creamy goat cheese, this topping will take any ordinary salad to the next level. It adds a festive touch to your table and brings a burst of flavors and textures to your salad. Easy to prepare and full of deliciousness, this Yule Salad Topping is a must-try during the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 cup of pecans
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of dried cranberries
- 4 ounces of goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Once done, transfer the bacon slices to a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
- In a separate non-stick skillet, toast the pecans over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant. Add the sugar, cinnamon, and salt to the skillet and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sugar has melted and coated the pecans. Remove from heat and spread the candied pecans on a baking sheet to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the dried cranberries, crumbled bacon, candied pecans, and goat cheese. Drizzle the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
- Serve the Yule Salad Topping over your favorite green salad or mix with roasted vegetables for a festive side dish.
