Crisp & Creamy Honeycrisp Apple Feta Salad for Fall Freshness

Enjoy a vibrant Honeycrisp Apple Feta Salad that's perfect for fall, featuring sweet apples and creamy feta.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2-3 apples Honeycrisp Choose firm, juicy apples.
¾ cup Feta Cheese Opt for creamy feta.
½ cup Chopped Walnuts Substitute with pecans or sunflower seeds for nut-free versions.
½ cup Dried Cranberries Substitute with raisins or dried cherries.
4 cups Mixed Greens Consider arugula and butter lettuce.

For the Dressing

¼ cup Olive Oil Base of the vinaigrette.
2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Substitute with white wine vinegar if desired.
1 tablespoon Honey Use maple syrup as an alternative.
to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

small bowl
large salad bowl
salad tongs

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well emulsified.
In a large salad bowl, layer approximately 4 cups of mixed greens as the base.
Core and slice 2 to 3 Honeycrisp apples into thin wedges and place over the mixed greens.
Crumble ¾ cup of feta cheese across the top.
Add ½ cup of chopped walnuts and ½ cup of dried cranberries to the salad.
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently.
Serve immediately on plates or family-style in the bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This salad is best served fresh, with dressing added just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container without dressing for up to 3 days.

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