Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad
Embrace the flavors of fall with this refreshing Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad. Featuring crunchy Honeycrisp apples, creamy feta cheese, and toasted pecans, this delightful dish is not only visually appealing but also bursting with seasonal tastes. Perfect for gatherings or a light weeknight meal, this salad is quick to prepare and offers a balance of sweet and savory flavors that will leave your guests wanting more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- 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
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin 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, toasted pecans (or walnuts), and pumpkin seeds on top.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- Top with pomegranate seeds and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg