Description
Experience the essence of fall with our Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad. This vibrant dish perfectly balances the sweetness of crisp Honeycrisp apples, the creaminess of feta cheese, and the crunchiness of toasted pecans. A tangy apple cider vinaigrette adds a delightful zing, making it a fantastic option for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a light lunch at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup toasted pecans (or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans over the salad.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine without making it soggy.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds if desired and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg