Description
A cozy salad featuring Honeycrisp apples, feta cheese, toasted nuts, and a maple-shallot dressing.
Ingredients
- 4 Honeycrisp apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, and romaine)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or tart cherries
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the apples: Wash and thinly slice the Honeycrisp apples right before assembling to keep them crisp. Toss briefly with a teaspoon of lemon juice if you’re prepping ahead to prevent browning.
- Toast the nuts: In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts or pecans for 3–5 minutes until fragrant and golden. Let cool.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together the minced shallot, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, apple slices, dried cranberries, and half the crumbled feta. Drizzle with half the dressing and toss gently.
- Finish and serve: Plate the salad, sprinkle with toasted nuts and the remaining feta. Serve the remaining dressing on the side for guests who like extra drizzle.
Notes
Keep ingredients chilled for the freshest salad and avoid soggy greens by adding dressing gradually.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American