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Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and vibrant Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad combining crisp, sweet apples with creamy feta, crunchy candied nuts, and tangy dried cranberries, all tossed in a homemade honey mustard vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch or a flavorful side dish.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups leafy greens (romaine, arugula, or spring mix)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup candied walnuts or pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries

Vinaigrette

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Greens: Wash and dry your leafy greens thoroughly. Tear or chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl to form the base of your salad.
  2. Slice the Apples: Core the Honeycrisp apples and thinly slice them. Optionally, toss the apple slices with a small amount of lemon juice to prevent browning and maintain their vibrant color.
  3. Toast the Nuts: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast the candied walnuts or pecans for a few minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Remove from heat and let cool.
  4. Make the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
  5. Assemble the Salad: Layer the sliced apples, crumbled feta cheese, toasted nuts, and dried cranberries evenly over the greens in the salad bowl.
  6. Dress and Toss: Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the top of the salad just before serving. Gently toss everything together to evenly coat with the dressing without bruising the apples or leaves.

Notes

  • To keep apple slices from browning, toss them with a splash of lemon juice right after slicing.
  • For added texture, try substituting candied walnuts with pecans or almonds.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the vinaigrette by adding more or less honey to taste.
  • This salad is best served fresh to enjoy the crispness of the apples and greens.
  • For a vegan variation, substitute feta cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.

Keywords: Honeycrisp apple salad, feta cheese salad, autumn salad, healthy salad recipe, candied nuts salad, apple cider vinaigrette

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