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Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad Recipe

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A fresh and vibrant Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad featuring mixed greens, sweet-tart Honeycrisp apples, creamy feta, toasted nuts, and a tangy honey mustard vinaigrette. Perfect as a light main course or an elegant side dish.

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

  • 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
  • 2 Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup (75g) crumbled feta cheese
  • ⅓ cup (40g) toasted walnuts or pecans
  • ¼ cup (40g) dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)

For the Honey Mustard Vinaigrette:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Make the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed to achieve a balanced sweet and tangy flavor.
  2. Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, thinly sliced Honeycrisp apples, crumbled feta cheese, toasted walnuts or pecans, dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds, and the thinly sliced red onion if using, layering them evenly.
  3. Dress and Toss: Just before serving, drizzle the prepared honey mustard vinaigrette over the salad ingredients. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all components are lightly coated without bruising the delicate greens or apples.
  4. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the salad immediately to preserve the crispness of the apples and greens. This salad makes a refreshing side dish or a light, flavorful main course.

Notes

  • Use Honeycrisp apples for their perfect balance of sweetness and tartness and crisp texture.
  • Toast the nuts lightly in a dry pan for enhanced flavor and crunch.
  • For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup and feta with a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • Adjust vinegar and honey quantities in the vinaigrette to suit your taste preferences.
  • Serve immediately after tossing to maintain the salad’s freshness and texture.

Keywords: Honeycrisp apple salad, feta cheese salad, honey mustard vinaigrette, mixed greens salad, fall salad recipe

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