Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad
If you’re seeking a delightful and vibrant dish to celebrate the flavors of fall, look no further than this Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad. This salad is a harmonious blend of sweet Honeycrisp apples, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy pecans, all tossed together with fresh greens for a refreshing bite. Ideal for everything from busy weeknights to festive gatherings, it offers a visually stunning presentation that will impress your guests while delivering wholesome nutrition. With its quick preparation time of just 15 minutes, this salad is a go-to recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup toasted pecans
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Top with crumbled feta and toasted pecans. Add any optional toppings like pumpkin seeds or pomegranate seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg