Description
A vibrant and refreshing Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad featuring crisp apples, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, and creamy feta cheese tossed with mixed greens and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal or side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 crisp apples (such as Fuji or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnut halves, lightly toasted
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the greens: Place the mixed salad greens in a large bowl, creating a fresh base for your salad.
- Add the fruit and nuts: Layer the thinly sliced apples, dried cranberries, and lightly toasted walnut halves over the greens to add texture and sweetness.
- Include cheese and onion: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and thinly sliced red onion on top to introduce creamy and sharp flavor contrasts.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette dressing over the salad just before serving to maintain freshness and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately: Serve the salad right away to enjoy the crispness and flavor balance at its peak.
Notes
- For added protein, top your salad with grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Feel free to swap feta cheese for goat cheese or blue cheese depending on preference.
- To prevent apples from browning, toss them lightly in lemon juice before adding them to the salad.
