Apple and Walnut Salad (Print version)

A refreshing winter blend of crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and tangy vinaigrette. Ready in just 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

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

→ Nuts

04 - 2.8 ounces walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Cheese

05 - 2.1 ounces crumbled blue cheese or feta (optional)

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar or lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine sliced apples, celery, salad greens, and walnuts.
03 - Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled cheese on top if desired.
05 - Serve immediately to maintain maximum crispness of ingredients.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple and fast: ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking time.
  • A healthy, nutrient-dense choice that is both vegetarian and gluten-free.
  • The perfect balance of textures, from tender greens to crunchy walnuts and crisp fruit.
02 -
  • Use tart, firm apples like Granny Smith for a sharper contrast to the creamy cheese.
  • Make sure the dressing is well-whisked to prevent the oil and vinegar from separating.
  • Omit the cheese for a fully dairy-free and vegan-friendly version of the dish.
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