Brown Bag Apple Salad
Brighten up your lunchbox or picnic spread with this irresistibly fresh and wholesome Brown Bag Apple Salad! Bursting with the natural sweetness of crisp apples, the creamy tang of Greek yogurt, and the crunch of walnuts and celery, this salad is a perfect blend of textures and flavors. Dried cranberries add a chewy pop of tartness, while a touch of honey balances the zesty lemon juice dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with nutrients, this no-cook recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. Perfect for meal prep, busy weekdays, or a refreshing snack, this salad embodies simplicity and flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large apples (any crisp variety, such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 cup walnuts, chopped
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup celery, finely chopped
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and core the apples, then dice them into bite-sized pieces. Optionally, leave the skin on for added texture and nutrients.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced apples with the lemon juice to prevent browning and to add a tangy flavor.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and honey until smooth.
Pour the yogurt-honey mixture over the apples and gently stir to coat.
Add the chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, and finely chopped celery to the bowl. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir again to combine.
Serve immediately, or pack the salad into an airtight container for later. Store in the fridge and consume within 1 day for the best freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.2 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 385 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.3 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.7 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 978 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
