Description
A refreshing and vibrant Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad combining sweet-tart apples, creamy feta, crunchy candied nuts, and a tangy honey mustard dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a flavorful side dish, this salad is naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a wholesome choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
- 6 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped candied pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, thinly sliced Honeycrisp apples, crumbled feta cheese, chopped candied pecans or walnuts, thinly sliced red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Make the Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and well combined.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately for the freshest taste and texture.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Pears or goat cheese make great substitutions for apples and feta.
- To prevent apples from browning, toss slices in a little lemon juice before adding to the salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
