Apple Walnut Salad

Brighten your table with the vibrant flavors of this Apple Walnut Salad, a perfect balance of crunch, sweetness, and tang. Crisp mixed greens are topped with juicy apple slices, toasted walnuts, creamy crumbled feta, and bursts of dried cranberries, creating a harmonious medley of fresh textures. A simple yet sophisticated homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard ties everything together with a subtly sweet and zesty finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this delightful salad is perfect as a light lunch, elegant appetizer, or side dish. Ideal for fall gatherings, healthy eating, or any time you crave a refreshing, nutrient-packed dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, or lettuce)
• 2 medium Apple (e.g., Honeycrisp or Gala)
• 0.5 cup Walnuts
• 0.5 cup Crumbled feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare the mixed greens by placing them into a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Core and thinly slice the apples into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Let them cool slightly before adding to the salad.

Step 4

Add the crumbled feta cheese and dried cranberries to the salad bowl.

Step 5

In a small jar or bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake well to create a smooth dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and crunchy Apple Walnut Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	694.4 grams (694.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1202

Total Fat 95.80g	123%
Saturated Fat 18.30g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.30g
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 2346mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 77.50g	28%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 52.70g
Protein 24.80g	50%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 435mg	33%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1226mg	26%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.8%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 24.4%