Description
This Fresh Walnut Apple Salad combines crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and mixed greens for a refreshing and flavorful salad. Tossed in a light honey mustard vinaigrette, it’s perfect for fall or any festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- 2 crisp apples, thinly sliced (Honeycrisp or Gala)
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
- For the dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, apple slices, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and cheese if using.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Toss salad: Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve: Serve immediately as a festive side dish or light main course.
Notes
You can substitute pecans for walnuts or add sliced pears for extra sweetness. For a vegan option, omit the cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook, Tossed
- Cuisine: American, Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: walnut apple salad, fresh apple salad, fall salad, honey mustard salad