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This Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad is a beautiful balance of crisp apples, tart cranberries, crunchy walnuts, creamy cheese, and a bright homemade dressing. It’s ideal as a light lunch, holiday side, or elegant starter.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)
🥗 Salad
- 6 cups mixed greens (romaine, spring mix, or baby spinach)
- 1 large apple (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji), thinly sliced
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup walnuts, lightly toasted
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
🍯 Apple Vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
- Toast the walnuts
Heat walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Cool. - Make the dressing
Whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon (if using), salt, and pepper until emulsified. - Assemble the salad
In a large bowl, combine greens, apple slices, cranberries, walnuts, and cheese. - Dress & toss
Drizzle dressing just before serving and toss gently to coat.
🧮 Nutrition Information (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: 260–280 kcal
- Protein: 5–6 g
- Carbohydrates: 22–25 g
- Fat: 18–20 g
- Fiber: 4–5 g
- Gluten-free • Vegetarian
Nutrition varies based on cheese and sweetener used.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Extra protein: Add grilled chicken, turkey, or chickpeas
- Vegan: Skip cheese or use dairy-free feta
- Low-calorie: Reduce nuts to ¼ cup and use less dressing
- Seasonal twist: Add sliced pears or pomegranate seeds
- Crunch boost: Add sunflower seeds or almonds
Q & A
Q: How do I keep apples from browning?
A: Toss slices lightly with lemon juice before adding.
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes—prep all ingredients separately. Toss with dressing just before serving.
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Q: What cheese works best?
A: Goat cheese for creaminess, feta for saltiness, or blue cheese for bold flavor.
Q: Is this salad good for holidays?
A: Absolutely! It’s a Thanksgiving and Christmas favorite.
Q: Can I store leftovers?
A: Best eaten fresh, but undressed salad keeps 24 hours refrigerated.
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