Summer Apple Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Summer Apple Salad, a perfect balance of crisp, juicy apples and vibrant greens. Featuring the tart crunch of Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples, this salad is layered with mixed greens, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and creamy crumbled feta for a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Tossed in a simple homemade lemon-honey dressing, every bite bursts with zesty, naturally sweet, and nutty goodness. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this no-cook dish is ideal for a light lunch, a healthy side, or a vibrant addition to your summer gatherings. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this apple salad recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious—your go-to for seasonal freshness!
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Ingredients
- 2 whole Granny Smith apple
- 2 whole Honeycrisp apple
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, or romaine)
- 0.5 cups Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cups Pecans (toasted and chopped)
- 0.5 cups Feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the apples thoroughly.
Step 2
Slice the apples thinly into wedges or matchsticks, leaving the skin on for color and texture. Optionally, remove the cores.
Step 3
In a large salad bowl, add the mixed salad greens as the base.
Step 4
Top the greens with the sliced apples, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and crumbled feta cheese.
Step 5
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
Step 7
Gently toss the salad to coat the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, summery flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (780.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1526.0 |
| Total Fat 96.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 106.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2601.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 147.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 115.6g | |
| Protein 27.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 760.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1160.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories