Crisp N Good Apple Salad with Walnuts and Walnut Oil Dressing
Brighten up your table with this Crisp N Good Apple Salad with Walnuts and Walnut Oil Dressing—a perfect balance of crisp, juicy apples, toasted walnuts, and creamy feta cheese on a bed of fresh mixed greens. Tossed in a luxurious walnut oil vinaigrette with hints of honey and Dijon mustard, this salad delivers a satisfying blend of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors. Optional dried cranberries add a pop of color and a chewy sweetness, while the toasted walnuts provide irresistible crunch. Ideal as a side dish or light lunch, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 15 minutes, making it a refreshing option for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Packed with wholesome ingredients and vibrant textures, this apple walnut salad is a true celebration of seasonal produce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces Crisp apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 0.75 cups Walnuts, chopped
- 0.5 cups Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cups Dried cranberries (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Walnut oil
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the apples thoroughly. Core them and slice them thinly, leaving the skin on for texture and color.
Toss the apple slices with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice in a bowl to prevent browning. Set aside.
In a small dry skillet, toast the chopped walnuts over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove them from the heat and allow them to cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together the walnut oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, lemon-tossed apple slices, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries (if using).
Drizzle the walnut oil dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top as a finishing touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp and refreshing flavors of this apple salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.9 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.8 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 26.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2558 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.9 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 107.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.3 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 755 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1572 mg | 33% | |
*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.
