Description
Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad is a vibrant celebration of fall flavors. This refreshing salad features crisp Honeycrisp apples, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy toasted nuts, all drizzled with a light balsamic vinaigrette. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home, it brings together sweet and savory elements that tantalize the taste buds. Enjoy this delicious dish as a side or light main course while embracing the essence of autumn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Honeycrisp apples, sliced
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 4 cups mixed greens (baby spinach and arugula)
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by washing and slicing the Honeycrisp apples, and chopping the nuts if necessary.
- Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden brown; let cool.
- In a large bowl, layer mixed greens followed by sliced apples, crumbled feta, and dried cranberries.
- Sprinkle toasted nuts on top of the salad.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette just before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw/Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 260g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg