Radicchio and Apple Salad With Mustardy Croutons

As much as we associate autumnal cooking with nursing Dutch ovens, leafy greens deserve a spot in your repertoire too. These fall salad ideas offer ample proof, boasting loads of seasonal produce like roasted butternut squash, colorful bitter greens, and crisp apples, all married by zingy dressings featuring mustard, maple syrup, and more. Even better, many of our favorite salad recipes are vehicles for warm proteins like chicken and salmon, promoting them from supporting side to main dish status. Others are baked entirely on a sheet pan, making for warm, hands-off salads that are perfect for back-to-school season. So break out your favorite salad bowl and get tossing.