Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, Martha’s Apple Salad is the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. This vibrant dish combines the crunch of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples with juicy red grapes, crisp celery, and toasted pecans or walnuts for a delightful mixture of textures. Tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt-based dressing lightly sweetened with honey and brightened with fresh lemon juice, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the ultimate quick and easy side dish for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or even a light lunch. Serve it chilled for the best flavor and watch it become the star of your table!
Wash and dry all produce.
Core and dice the Granny Smith and red apples into bite-sized pieces. Do not peel for added texture and color.
Place the diced apples in a large mixing bowl and toss them with the lemon juice to prevent browning.
Chop the celery into thin slices. Add the celery to the mixing bowl with the apples.
Slice the grapes in half and add them to the bowl.
Roughly chop the pecans or walnuts (optional: toast them lightly in a dry skillet for extra flavor) and add them to the mixture.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to balance the flavors.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the salad cold as a side dish or enjoy it on its own as a light and healthy meal.
Calories |
1968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 110.8 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1413 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.2 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.4 g | 141% | |
| Total Sugars | 176.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.8 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2581 mg | 55% | |
*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.