Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad
Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad is a delightful tribute to fall, featuring a colorful array of fresh ingredients that harmonize beautifully. This salad combines crisp Honeycrisp apples, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy toasted pecans, all tossed in a flavorful apple cider vinaigrette. Perfect as a light meal or an impressive side dish for your holiday gatherings, this recipe balances sweet and tangy notes with satisfying textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup toasted pecans
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg