Description
This Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad is a vibrant, crunchy, and refreshing dish combining crisp apples, creamy feta, peppery arugula, and toasted walnuts, all tossed in a tangy honey-mustard vinaigrette. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, it’s quick to prepare and sure to impress at any table.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 medium Honeycrisp apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 6 cups baby arugula (or mixed greens)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
For the Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad Ingredients: Wash and thinly slice the Honeycrisp apples, core them, and set aside. Rinse and dry the arugula. Thinly slice the red onion and roughly chop the toasted walnuts for easy distribution in the salad.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is fully emulsified and smooth.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, sliced apples, crumbled feta, toasted walnuts, and red onion. Drizzle the dressing over the top.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss the salad until the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh crunch of the apples.
Notes
- If preparing in advance, add the apples and dressing just before serving to prevent browning and sogginess.
- Pecans or almonds can be used instead of walnuts for a different crunch or flavor.
- Swap arugula with baby spinach or a spring mix for a milder taste.
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein to make it a more substantial meal.
