Description
Autumn Harvest Apple Salad is a colorful and refreshing dish that captures the essence of fall. Featuring crunchy Honeycrisp apples, vibrant mixed greens, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy toasted pecans, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. Ideal for any occasion—from casual lunches to festive holiday gatherings—this versatile salad can be customized to suit your preferences. With its balance of sweet and savory notes, it’s a delicious way to celebrate the season while enjoying a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Honeycrisp apples
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup pecans
- ¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Wash and dice Honeycrisp apples into bite-sized pieces. Rinse mixed greens under cold water and pat dry.
- Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced apples, crumbled feta, and toasted pecans. Toss gently.
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss again until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking involved except for toasting nuts
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg