Fresh and Crunchy Apple Salad

Crisp, colorful, and delightfully refreshing, this Fresh and Crunchy Apple Salad is a vibrant medley of flavors and textures that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring a blend of tart Granny Smith and sweet red apples, crunchy celery, toasted walnuts, and chewy dried cranberries, this salad offers the ideal balance of sweet, savory, and tangy. Tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing sweetened with honey and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, it’s a healthier twist on classic apple salads. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook dish is an easy-to-make side or light meal that's as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate. Perfect for potlucks, lunch, or a refreshing snack, this dish celebrates fresh produce with a satisfying crunch in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Granny Smith apples
• 2 large Red apples
• 3 medium Celery stalks
• 0.5 cup Walnuts
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and core the Granny Smith and red apples. Dice them into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on for added color and nutrients.

Step 2

Chop the celery stalks into small pieces.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apples and chopped celery.

Step 4

Add the walnuts and dried cranberries to the apple and celery mixture.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if necessary.

Step 8

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve cold as a refreshing salad or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1316.1 grams (1316.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1309

Total Fat 43.40g	56%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.30g
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 766mg	33%
Total Carbohydrate 230.60g	84%
Dietary Fiber 32.50g	116%
Total Sugars 180.40g
Protein 21.80g	44%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261mg	20%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 1756mg	37%

*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: 27.9%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 65.9%