Description
A crisp and refreshing Fresh Walnut Apple Salad with sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy dressing — perfect as a side or light lunch.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, romaine, or spring mix)
- 2 medium apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced apples, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries if using.
- Add crumbled feta if desired.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing side or light meal.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon on the apples before adding to the salad. You can also substitute pecans for walnuts for a slightly different taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: walnut salad, apple salad, fresh salad, healthy side dish
