Heart-Healthy Fresh and Crunchy Apple Salad
Brighten up your meal with this Heart-Healthy Fresh and Crunchy Apple Salad, a vibrant medley of flavors and textures that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Crisp Granny Smith and red apples pair perfectly with the refreshing crunch of celery, nutty toasted walnuts, and tender mixed greens, creating a wholesome base for this dish. Tossed with a zesty homemade dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, this salad is packed with heart-smart ingredients and natural sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's the perfect quick and easy recipe for a light lunch or a fresh side dish. Serve this irresistible salad immediately to enjoy its full crunch and flavor! Keywords: Apple salad recipe, heart-healthy salad, quick and easy salads, homemade salad dressing, crunchy apple salad.
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Ingredients
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples
- 2 medium Red apples (e.g., Fuji or Gala)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 medium Celery stalks
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the apples thoroughly.
Step 2
Core and thinly slice the Granny Smith and red apples, leaving the skin on for extra fiber and nutrients.
Step 3
Immediately toss the apple slices with lemon juice in a large salad bowl to prevent browning and add a tangy flavor.
Step 4
Wash and slice the celery stalks into thin diagonal pieces and add them to the bowl with the apples.
Step 5
Roughly chop the walnuts and toast them lightly in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until they are fragrant. Let them cool before adding them to the salad.
Step 6
Add the mixed salad greens to the bowl, gently tossing all ingredients together.
Step 7
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 8
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure an even coat on all ingredients.
Step 9
Serve the salad immediately to maintain its freshness and crunchiness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1133.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1134.7 |
| Total Fat 69.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 28.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 873.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 136.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 97.4g | |
| Protein 14.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 210.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1791.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories