Description
This refreshing Apple Salad is the perfect mix of crisp apples, crunchy nuts, and tangy dressing, making it a delightful and healthy addition to any meal. Ideal as a side dish or a light lunch, it’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
4 medium apples (preferably a mix of sweet and tart, such as Gala or Granny Smith)
1 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
2 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, or a salad blend)
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Start by preparing the apples. Core and slice them into thin wedges or cubes, depending on your preference.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced apples with the mixed greens, red onion, dried cranberries (or raisins), and crumbled feta cheese (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts or pecans over the top and serve immediately.
Notes
- If you want to prevent the apples from browning, toss them in a little lemon juice before mixing them into the salad.
- For a sweeter dressing, simply add more honey or maple syrup to taste.
- This salad is naturally gluten-free, as long as all ingredients like nuts and dried fruit are gluten-free.
- If you prefer a creamy dressing, substitute with a mix of Greek yogurt and honey or mustard.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side dish, Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Varies based on ingredients
- Sugar: Varies based on ingredients
- Sodium: Varies based on ingredients
- Fat: Varies based on ingredients
- Saturated Fat: Varies based on ingredients
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies based on ingredients
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies based on ingredients
- Fiber: Varies based on ingredients
- Protein: Varies based on ingredients
- Cholesterol: Varies based on ingredients
