Marthas Apple Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, Martha’s Apple Salad is the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. This vibrant dish combines the crunch of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples with juicy red grapes, crisp celery, and toasted pecans or walnuts for a delightful mixture of textures. Tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt-based dressing lightly sweetened with honey and brightened with fresh lemon juice, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the ultimate quick and easy side dish for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or even a light lunch. Serve it chilled for the best flavor and watch it become the star of your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 medium Granny Smith apples
• 3 medium Red apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 2 Celery stalks
• 1 cup Red seedless grapes
• 1 cup Pecans or walnuts
• 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all produce.

Step 2

Core and dice the Granny Smith and red apples into bite-sized pieces. Do not peel for added texture and color.

Step 3

Place the diced apples in a large mixing bowl and toss them with the lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 4

Chop the celery into thin slices. Add the celery to the mixing bowl with the apples.

Step 5

Slice the grapes in half and add them to the bowl.

Step 6

Roughly chop the pecans or walnuts (optional: toast them lightly in a dry skillet for extra flavor) and add them to the mixture.

Step 7

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to balance the flavors.

Step 10

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11

Serve the salad cold as a side dish or enjoy it on its own as a light and healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1820.6 grams (1820.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1968

Total Fat 110.80g	142%
Saturated Fat 12.50g	63%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 55mg	18%
Sodium 1413mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 241.20g	88%
Dietary Fiber 39.40g	141%
Total Sugars 176.50g
Protein 39.80g	80%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 480mg	37%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2581mg	55%

*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: 47.0%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 45.5%