Apple Walnut Salad
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5
Apple Walnut Salad
Description
Apple Walnut Salad combines the tender texture of red leaf lettuce with the crunch of toasted walnuts and the crisp sweetness of apples. Thinly sliced red onions add a mild sharpness, balancing the sweetness of the honey in the balsamic vinaigrette. The vinaigrette is made by whisking olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, seasoned with salt and pepper. This dressing complements the salad's components with a rich, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor.
The feta cheese sprinkled on top brings a creamy, salty element, enhancing complexity. The walnuts are toasted to deepen their flavor and add crunch. The salad is best tossed just before serving to maintain crispness, making it ideal as a refreshing starter or side.
Leftover salad can be refrigerated for up to four days, preferably undressed to prevent wilting. For sweetness variation, pure maple syrup can replace honey. Toast walnuts carefully over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and golden, about 2 to 5 minutes.
Ingredients
For the balsamic vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey (see note 1)
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
For the salad:
- 8 cups red leaf lettuce chopped, about 1 large head
- 1 apple thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onions thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup walnuts toasted (see note 2)
- 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbled
Instructions
- To make the balsamic vinaigrette, or in a jar with a tight-fitting lid or a bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Whisk or shake to combine, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce, apples, red onion and walnuts. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss to combine. Sprinkle with feta and serve immediately.
Notes
- Toast walnuts in a skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, stirring often (2 to 5 minutes).
- Substitute honey with pure maple syrup in the vinaigrette if desired.
- Store leftover salad undressed in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to preserve texture.
- This salad yields about 8 cups, sufficient for 4 servings of roughly 2 cups each.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings (2 cups each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 347 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2 cups | |
| Calories | 347kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 200mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 288mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 4280IU | 86% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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