Description
This Apple and Walnut Salad delivers a sophisticated blend of crisp textures and vibrant flavors in less than ten minutes, making it the ultimate no-excuse healthy meal.
Ingredients
5 cups Fresh Salad Greens
2 Medium Crisp Apples
1/2 cup Walnut Halves
1/3 cup Feta or Goat Cheese
3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
1 teaspoon Honey or Maple Syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
Sea Salt & Black Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- Toast the walnut halves in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and golde
- In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified
- Core and thinly slice the apples, leaving the skin o
- Place salad greens in a large bowl and drizzle half of the dressing over them, tossing gently
- Top the greens with apple slices and toasted walnuts, then sprinkle crumbled cheese on top
- Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salad and give it a final gentle toss before serving
Notes
To prevent browning, toss apple slices in lemon juice after cutting.
For best texture, ensure greens are dry before assembly.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 235mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg