Harvest Salad with Apples and Cranberries
Experience the vibrant flavors of autumn with this delightful Harvest Salad, featuring crisp mixed greens, sweet Honeycrisp apples, and tangy dried cranberries. Tossed with toasted walnuts and creamy feta, all drizzled in a luscious balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a light meal. With its colorful presentation and satisfying crunch, it’s sure to please any crowd.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups mixed greens (baby spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 medium Honeycrisp apple, sliced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.
- Core and slice the Honeycrisp apple into thin wedges.
- Toast the walnuts or pecans in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, apple slices, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and gently toss until well combined.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or light entrée.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg