Mixed Apple Salad Over Greens
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Mixed Apple Salad Over Greens, a refreshing medley of crisp Honeycrisp and tart Granny Smith apples paired with tender mixed salad greens. Enhanced by the crunch of pecans, the sweet-tangy pop of dried cranberries, and the creamy richness of crumbled goat cheese, this salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. A simple, homemade apple cider vinaigrette made with olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard ties everything together for an irresistible burst of freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this colorful dish makes a show-stopping side or light main course—ideal for busy weeknights and elegant gatherings alike. Perfectly seasonal and bursting with nutrients, this apple salad is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 1 whole Honeycrisp apple
- 1 whole Granny Smith apple
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cup Pecans
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.33 cup Crumbled goat cheese
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash both the Honeycrisp and Granny Smith apples thoroughly and pat them dry.
Step 2
Core the apples and slice them into thin wedges or bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Step 4
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, apple slices, pecans, and dried cranberries.
Step 5
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 6
Top the salad with crumbled goat cheese.
Step 7
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (803.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1291.3 |
| Total Fat 95.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.0g | |
| Cholesterol 45.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 737.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 96.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 71.2g | |
| Protein 23.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 258.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1279.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories