Apple Walnut Salad

₦ 6,000.00

A crisp, sweet, and savory salad combining fresh apples, toasted walnuts, and sharp cheese over a bed of greens, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. This salad is a celebration of fall flavors but can be enjoyed year-round. It’s quick to assemble and perfect as a light lunch or a side dish for roasted meats.

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groups
Servings

schedule
15 Minutes

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Ingredients

For the Salad:
4 cups mixed greens (e.g., romaine, arugula, or spinach)
1 large apple (e.g., Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith), cored and thinly sliced
½ cup walnuts, toasted
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese, feta, or goat cheese
2 tbsp red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
2 tbsp dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
For the Vinaigrette:
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Let cool.
Wash and dry greens. Core and slice the apple. Thinly slice red onion if using.
In a small jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Shake well to emulsify.
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, apple slices, toasted walnuts, cheese, and optional red onion and cranberries.
Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently. Serve immediately.