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Apple Salad

A refreshing and crunchy apple salad with juicy apples, walnuts, and a creamy dressing, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 medium medium-sized apples (preferably tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Leave the skins on for added texture and nutrition.
  • 1 cup grapes, halved
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted You can customize to other nuts like almonds or pistachios.
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise Choose based on your preference.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice To prevent browning of apples.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing the apples under cool running water. Core and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sprinkle the chopped apples with lemon juice to keep them from turning brown.
  3. Add the halved grapes, diced celery, and toasted walnuts or pecans to the bowl.
  4. In a separate small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise) with honey until smooth. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and gently toss everything together until well combined.
  6. Cover and refrigerate the salad for about 30 minutes before serving.
  7. Give it a little stir before serving, and enjoy the refreshing crunch of this Apple Salad!

Notes

For additional sweetness, consider tossing in some dried cranberries or raisins. The salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days in an airtight container.