New York Tangy Apple Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, the New York Tangy Apple Salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite. Featuring the tart snap of Granny Smith apples paired with the natural sweetness of Honeycrisp apples, this salad is elevated with crunchy celery, toasted walnuts, and the chewy tang of dried cranberries. Tossed in a luscious yet light dressing made from creamy Greek yogurt, a touch of mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, and a drizzle of honey, it’s a dish that feels as wholesome as it is indulgent. Ready in just 20 minutes, this chilled salad makes for a delightful side dish or a standout light meal. With keywords like "apple salad," "tangy dressing," and "healthy side dish," this recipe is your go-to for fresh and seasonal flavors year-round.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Granny Smith apples
- 2 large Honeycrisp apples
- 3 medium Celery stalks
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and core the Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples. Chop them into bite-sized cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
Cut the celery stalks into thin slices and add to the bowl with the apples.
Roughly chop the walnuts and toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Once toasted, add them to the mixing bowl.
Add the dried cranberries and finely chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main course, garnished with additional parsley or walnuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2143 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.0 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 1549 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.5 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.4 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 202.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 394 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2371 mg | 50% | |
*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.
