Nut-Free Fresh and Crunchy Apple Salad

Brighten up your table with this Nut-Free Fresh and Crunchy Apple Salad, a vibrant medley of crisp Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, colorful vegetables, and a sweet-tangy homemade dressing. This wholesome recipe combines thinly sliced romaine lettuce, grated carrot, crunchy celery, red bell pepper, and a sprinkle of juicy raisins for a delightful balance of textures and flavors—all without any nuts, making it allergy-friendly. A zesty dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, and honey ties it all together, creating a refreshing dish that's perfect as a side salad or a light, healthy entrée. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe celebrates peak freshness and is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Perfect for those searching for easy nut-free salad options packed with crunch and flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 Granny Smith apple
• 2 Honeycrisp apple
• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 Celery stalks
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 2 Green onion
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly wash all fruits and vegetables. Core the Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, then cut them into thin wedges.

Step 2

Slice the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Slice the celery stalks thinly and add to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Core and dice the red bell pepper, then add it to the mix.

Step 6

Thinly slice the green onions and scatter them over the salad.

Step 7

Add the raisins to the bowl for a touch of sweetness.

Step 8

In a small mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk the dressing until well combined.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 10

Serve the salad fresh as a vibrant and crunchy side dish or a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1856.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1125.7

Total Fat 30.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1518.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.9g	0%
Total Sugars 161.5g
Protein 16.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 417.9mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 3538.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.0%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 72.6%