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Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad

Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of autumn with this refreshing Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: LUNCH RECIPES
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Greens
  • 6 cups salad greens (spinach and arugula)
For the Fruit
  • 1 medium red apple
  • 1 medium green apple
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
For the Nuts
  • 1 cup walnuts (roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 cup walnut halves (optional)
For the Cheese
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup apple juice
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey use local honey for added flavor
  • 1/4 cup olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper add a pinch for extra flavor
For Optional Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons butter for caramelizing walnuts
  • 1/4 cup sugar for sweetening walnuts
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon to elevate the walnuts

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Steps to Make Salad
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the salad greens, red apple, green apple, walnuts, feta cheese, and dried cranberries.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the apple juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, black pepper, and olive oil until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to ensure even coating.
  4. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add sugar, salt, and cinnamon, then mix in walnut halves. Cook until coated and caramelized.
  5. Plate the salad and top with the optional candied walnuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve the salad chilled and consider storing dressing separately to avoid sogginess.

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