Roasted Mushroom Apple Salad

Roasting mushrooms until deeply browned unlocks savory richness that pairs with crisp autumn apples. This American salad tosses them with greens, toasted walnuts, and creamy goat cheese for a shareable lunch both hearty and fresh.

Serves 4 · 15 min prep · 22 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 340 cal
• 10g protein
• 28g carbs
• 22g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 lb mixed mushrooms (cremini and shiitake)
• 2 medium crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
• 4 oz crumbled goat cheese
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 3/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment.
2. 2Wipe the mushrooms clean, trim stems if needed, and tear or slice them into bite-size pieces so they roast evenly.
3. 3Core the apples and cut them into thin wedges, leaving the skin on for color and crunch.
4. 4Toss the mushrooms and apple wedges on the sheet pan with most of the olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper until lightly coated.
5. 5Spread everything in a single layer and roast for 18 to 22 minutes, stirring once halfway, until the mushrooms are deeply golden and the apples are tender with caramelized edges.
6. 6While the pan roasts, whisk the remaining olive oil with apple cider vinegar, Dijon, and honey in a small bowl until the dressing emulsifies; taste and adjust salt if needed.
7. 7Place the greens in a wide serving bowl and scatter the red onion over the top so the salad base is ready for the warm toppings.
8. 8Transfer the hot roasted mushrooms and apples onto the greens, letting residual heat gently wilt the leaves.
9. 9Drizzle the dressing over the salad, then finish with toasted walnuts and crumbled goat cheese.
10. 10Toss gently at the table so every plate gets warm mushrooms, crisp apple, creamy cheese, and crunchy nuts; serve immediately while still inviting for a backyard spread.