Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of fall with this Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad. Featuring crisp Honeycrisp apples, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy pecans, this salad is a delightful combination of sweet and savory elements. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, easily transitioning from a refreshing side dish to a light main meal. With its colorful presentation and wholesome ingredients, this salad not only pleases the palate but also adds a festive touch to your dining table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup toasted pecans (or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- Dressing: olive oil
- apple cider vinegar
- honey
- Dijon mustard
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans over the salad mixture.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat without making it soggy.
- Garnish with optional pomegranate seeds for added color and flavor.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or enjoy as a light main meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg