Description
Fresh Apple Salad with Walnuts and Feta is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines the crisp sweetness of apples, the creamy tang of feta cheese, and the delightful crunch of walnuts. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light lunch, this salad is not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare. Customize it with your favorite nuts or add-ins to make it your own, ensuring every bite is a celebration of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), sliced
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup walnuts (toasted)
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Wash and slice the apples into wedges or cubes; toss them with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- In a large salad bowl, layer baby spinach as the base.
- Add apple slices and crumbled feta cheese on top of the spinach.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad; toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle toasted walnuts on top and serve immediately or let chill for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg