Description
This Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad is a crisp, refreshing mix of sweet apples, creamy feta, crunchy greens, and a tangy vinaigrette. Perfect for fall, holidays, or any time you want a quick, elegant salad packed with flavor and texture!
Ingredients
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
- 5 oz mixed greens or arugula
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or cherries
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
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In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced apples, red onion, and dried cranberries.
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Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently.
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Top with crumbled feta and toasted walnuts.
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Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a drizzle of honey or a few cracks of black pepper.
Notes
- Swap feta for goat cheese, blue cheese, or shaved Parmesan.
- Add grilled chicken, salmon, or chickpeas for protein.
- Use kale or spinach for a heartier salad base.
- Combine apples and pears for added fruit flavor.
- Add roasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds for extra crunch.
