Description
This Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad is a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a light and refreshing meal. Crisp Honeycrisp apples, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy nuts are tossed with a homemade honey Dijon vinaigrette, creating a salad that’s both delicious and satisfying.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients:
- 2 large Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
- 5 oz baby arugula or mixed greens
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup candied pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Dressing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Set aside.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine arugula or mixed greens, sliced Honeycrisp apples, feta cheese, candied nuts, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add thinly sliced celery.
- Swap feta with goat cheese for a creamier flavor.
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad portion
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
