Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad
Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad is a vibrant fall-inspired salad combining crisp Honeycrisp apples, creamy feta cheese, fresh mixed baby greens, nuts, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or stunning side dish, this salad offers a delightful balance of sweet, savory, crunchy, and creamy elements while providing a nutritious, health-packed meal that celebrates the best flavors of autumn.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, washed, cored, and thinly sliced
- 4 cups mixed baby greens
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Wash, core, and thinly slice the Honeycrisp apples to maintain their crisp texture. Optionally, toss the slices in a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Assemble the greens: Place the fresh mixed baby greens into a large salad bowl as the base layer to create a light, fresh foundation for the salad.
- Add flavorful toppings: Evenly scatter the sliced apples, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onions, toasted nuts, and dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds over the greens.
- Whisk the dressing: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the dressing is well emulsified.
- Toss and serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to ensure every bite is flavorful and perfectly coated.
Notes
- Use fresh, crisp Honeycrisp apples for the best sweetness and crunch.
- Lightly toast pecans or walnuts to enhance their flavor and add extra crunch.
- Serve the salad immediately to keep the apples crisp and the greens vibrant.
- Adjust the dressing’s sweetness and acidity to balance with the natural sweetness of the apples.
- Keep the dressing separate until just before serving to avoid soggy greens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Autumn salad, Honeycrisp apple salad, feta salad, fall recipes, healthy salad, gluten free salad