Mixed Greens with Apples and Walnut Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant recipe for Mixed Greens with Apples and Walnut Vinaigrette—a delightful balance of fresh, crisp flavors and nutty sophistication. This easy-to-make dish combines tender mixed salad greens, juicy slices of your favorite apple variety (such as Gala or Honeycrisp), and perfectly toasted walnuts for a pleasing crunch. The homemade walnut vinaigrette, made with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard, brings a tangy-sweet depth to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, wholesome main course. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, it’s the ultimate recipe for those seeking healthy, quick, and flavorful meal options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 whole apple (Gala, Honeycrisp, or your choice)
- 1 cup walnuts
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly and place them in a large salad bowl.
Core and thinly slice the apple. Toss the slices into the bowl with the greens.
Lightly toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Prepare the walnut vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth and emulsified.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the mixed greens and apples. Toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted walnuts over the salad just before serving to maintain their crunch.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side or light main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 298 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 329 mg | 7% | |
*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.
