Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad
Looking for a refreshing and vibrant way to celebrate fall flavors? The Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad is the perfect choice! This delightful dish combines crisp Honeycrisp apples with creamy feta and crunchy pecans, all brought together by a tangy apple cider vinaigrette. It’s not only a feast for the eyes with its beautiful colors but also a treat for your taste buds, making it an ideal side dish for family dinners or a light meal any day of the week. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this salad is packed with wholesome ingredients and can be customized to suit your preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup pecans, toasted (or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, thinly sliced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Add crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans (and pumpkin seeds if using).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds and fresh thyme if desired.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or light main meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg