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Crisp Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad

A crispy and refreshing salad featuring the delightful combination of apples, cranberries, and walnuts, perfect as a side or light meal.
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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
  

Salad Base
  • 2 large crisp apples, diced (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Leave the skin on for texture
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup mixed salad greens (like spinach and arugula)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional for a savory twist) Add just before serving
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey (to taste)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash salad greens thoroughly and pat them dry.
  2. Slice red onion thinly.
  3. Dice apples, leaving the skin on for extra texture and nutrition.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey until well combined.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine salad greens, diced apples, cranberries, walnuts, and red onion.
Dress the Salad
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad mix, and toss gently to ensure every component is beautifully coated.
Serve
  1. If using feta cheese, sprinkle it over the top just before serving.
  2. Enjoy immediately for the best crunchy texture!

Notes

For substitutions, consider using pecans or sliced almonds if walnuts are unavailable. For best freshness, mix ingredients right before serving, and store dressing separately if preparing a large batch.