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Apple Walnut Cranberry Salad

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  • Author: ChefEmma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Tossed
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and crunchy salad featuring crisp apples, sweet dried cranberries, and toasted walnuts, tossed in a tangy vinaigrette.


Ingredients

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  • 2 apples, cored and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup walnut halves, toasted
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  2. In a large salad bowl, combine salad greens, sliced apples, cranberries, toasted walnuts, and red onion.
  3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  4. Top with crumbled feta cheese if using.
  5. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for extra flavor.
  • Substitute goat cheese or blue cheese if desired.
  • To make it vegan, omit the cheese or use a plant-based alternative.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg