Creamy Apple Pecan Salad
Indulge in the perfect blend of crisp, creamy, and nutty flavors with this Creamy Apple Pecan Salad! Made with sweet, juicy apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, crunchy pecans, and vibrant dried cranberries, this refreshing salad is balanced with the crispness of finely chopped celery. The creamy dressing—a delightful mix of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, a hint of honey, and a splash of lemon juice—ties all the flavors together for a satisfying, tangy-sweet finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is a versatile side dish or a light, wholesome snack. Perfect for a fall gathering, brunch spread, or any occasion, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious, offering a healthy twist to classic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Apples
- 0.75 cup (roughly chopped) Pecans
- 2 stalks (finely chopped) Celery
- 0.5 cup Dried Cranberries
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
Wash and core the apples, then dice them into bite-sized pieces. Optionally, leave the skin on for added texture and color.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apples, chopped pecans, chopped celery, and dried cranberries.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light snack. Garnish with additional chopped pecans if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1574 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.4 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 798 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.6 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 126.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1084 mg | 23% | |
*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.
