Apple and Walnut Salad (Printable)

Crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and fresh greens in tangy vinaigrette

# What You Need:

→ Produce

01 - 2 large crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), cored and thinly sliced
02 - 1 small celery stalk, thinly sliced
03 - 1.75 oz mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach)

→ Nuts

04 - 2.8 oz walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Cheese

05 - 2.1 oz crumbled blue cheese or feta (optional, omit for dairy-free)

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to Make:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified and well combined.
02 - Transfer sliced apples, celery, salad greens, and walnuts into a large salad bowl and gently mix together.
03 - Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Top with crumbled cheese if desired and serve immediately while ingredients remain crisp.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Crisp & Fresh: The combination of Honeycrisp apples and celery provides a satisfying texture.
  • Quick Preparation: Ready to serve in just 15 minutes with zero cooking time required.
  • Diet-Friendly: Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, with a dairy-free option.
02 -
  • Ensure your salad greens are dry to keep the dressing from becoming watery.
  • Slice the apples just before serving to prevent them from browning.
  • If avoiding dairy, simply omit the cheese or use a vegan alternative.
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