Description
Autumn Harvest Apple Salad is a delightful celebration of fall flavors, featuring crisp Honeycrisp apples, mixed greens, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy toasted pecans. This vibrant salad is dressed with a luscious balsamic vinaigrette, making it not only a feast for the eyes but also packed with nutrition. Perfect for family gatherings or as a light lunch, this salad is versatile enough to be enjoyed on its own or as a complement to your favorite protein. With its easy preparation and seasonal ingredients, it’s sure to become a staple in your autumn menu.
Ingredients
- 2 medium Honeycrisp apples
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup pecans
- ¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Wash and dice Honeycrisp apples into bite-sized pieces. Rinse mixed greens thoroughly and pat dry.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for about 5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed greens, diced apples, crumbled feta, and toasted pecans. Toss gently.
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss again until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately on individual plates or bowls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg