Winter Harvest Apple & Walnut Salad
Winter Harvest Apple & Walnut Salad is a vibrant mix of fresh apples, crunchy walnuts, and peppery greens, all drizzled with a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette. This salad combines textures and flavors to create a delightful dish perfect for winter gatherings. With its stunning presentation and delicious taste, it’s sure to impress at any dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup Honeycrisp or Fuji apples (sliced)
- 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Rinse and dry mixed greens; place in a large bowl.
- Core and slice apples into thin wedges, adding to the bowl.
- Toast walnuts in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown; then add to the salad.
- Sprinkle dried cranberries over the mixture.
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette on top; gently toss to combine.
- Finish by crumbling feta cheese over the salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different apple varieties like Granny Smith. To make it vegan-friendly, omit feta and replace honey with maple syrup in the dressing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; refresh with olive oil before serving.