Description
This Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad is a light, crisp, and flavorful summer dish combining sweet apples, creamy feta, crunchy nuts, and a zesty vinaigrette. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or refreshing side dishes any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, cored and sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Wash and dry greens. Slice apples into thin wedges or matchsticks.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad: Toss greens and apples in a bowl. Add feta cheese and chopped nuts.
- Dress and Serve: Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh apples: Slice just before serving or toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Vegan-friendly: Use maple syrup instead of honey and plant-based cheese.
- Protein option: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or boiled eggs to make it a full meal.
- Cheese swap: Goat cheese or blue cheese work well if you don’t have feta.
- Storage: Keep salad and dressing separate if making ahead. Combine just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad, Summer Apple Salad, Light Salad Recipes, Fresh Apple Salad, Healthy Summer Salad, BBQ Salad Ideas