Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad
Celebrate the flavors of fall with this delightful Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad. This vibrant dish brings together sweet Honeycrisp apples, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy pecans for a refreshing mix that’s perfect as a side or light main course. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with seasonal charm. With its colorful ingredients and irresistible flavor profile, it’s sure to impress at any gathering or cozy dinner at home. Enjoy it fresh or make it ahead of time for easy meal prep!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- 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 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Add crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans (or walnuts) on top.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg