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This Honeycrisp Apple Feta Salad mixes sweet apples, salty feta, and crunchy nuts for a bright, quick dish. It takes little time and uses fresh, easy ingredients. If you like sweet and crunchy salads, try a related option like Snickers Caramel Apple Salad to see another fun apple salad idea.
why make this recipe
Make this salad when you want a fast, healthy side or light lunch. It uses simple pantry items and fresh apples. The salad tastes fresh and has good texture from apples, walnuts, and feta.
how to make Honeycrisp Apple Feta Salad
- Wash and dry the mixed greens and place them in a large bowl.
- Core and thinly slice the Honeycrisp apples. Add them to the bowl.
- Crumble the feta and add it in.
- Add the chopped walnuts and dried cranberries.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve right away.
Ingredients :
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions :
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced apples, crumbled feta, walnuts, and dried cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Pour the dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
how to serve Honeycrisp Apple Feta Salad
Serve this salad fresh and cold. Put it beside grilled chicken, baked fish, or a sandwich. You can also top it with extra walnuts or a few more crumbles of feta before serving.
how to store Honeycrisp Apple Feta Salad
Store the salad components separately for best results. Keep greens and apples in airtight containers in the fridge up to 2 days. Keep the dressing in a small jar in the fridge up to 3 days. Toss the salad with dressing only just before serving to avoid soggy greens.
tips to make Honeycrisp Apple Feta Salad
- Use Honeycrisp apples for a crisp, sweet bite.
- Slice apples thin so they mix well with greens.
- Toast walnuts lightly for more flavor.
- Keep dressing separate until ready to serve.
- Taste and add salt and pepper slowly since feta is salty.
variation (if any)
- Swap walnuts for pecans or almonds.
- Use goat cheese instead of feta for a creamier taste.
- Add sliced red onion or thin cucumber for extra crunch.
- Replace dried cranberries with fresh grapes or pomegranate seeds.
FAQs
Q: Can I make this salad ahead of time?
A: Partly. Keep greens and apples separate and add dressing just before serving.
Q: What other apples work if I don’t have Honeycrisp?
A: Use Fuji, Gala, or Pink Lady. They stay crisp and sweet.
Q: Can I make this salad vegan?
A: Yes. Use a vegan cheese substitute and swap honey for maple syrup.
Q: How many does this serve?
A: This makes about 2 to 4 servings as a side dish depending on portion size.
Honeycrisp Apple Feta Salad
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A bright and quick salad mixing sweet Honeycrisp apples, salty feta cheese, and crunchy walnuts.
Ingredients
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mixed greens and place them in a large bowl.
- Core and thinly slice the Honeycrisp apples. Add them to the bowl.
- Crumble the feta and add it in.
- Add the chopped walnuts and dried cranberries.
- Whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey in a small bowl until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve right away.
Notes
Serve this salad fresh and cold, and consider pairing it with grilled chicken or baked fish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg