Crisp Apple and Walnut Salad
Introducing a delightful blend of textures and flavors with our crisp apple and walnut salad – a perfect choice for a light lunch or a healthy side. This recipe combines the freshness of mixed greens, the crunch of walnuts, the sweetness of apples, and is tossed with a homemade honey vinaigrette for a hint of tanginess.
Ingredients:
- 2 medium apples, cored and sliced
- 1 cup of walnuts, roughly chopped
- 4 cups of mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup of feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- For the honey vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, sliced apples, and chopped walnuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the honey vinaigrette – olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are well coated.
- If using, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad for an added layer of flavor and richness.
- Serve immediately, or if preferred, chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Enjoy this perfect fusion of sweet and savory in every bite of your apple and walnut salad!