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Apple Walnut Harvest Salad

A vibrant, nutritious salad featuring crisp apples, toasted walnuts, and fresh greens, dressed with a simple vinaigrette, capturing the essence of fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Crisp apples, sliced Use Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Crunchy walnuts, toasted Toast in a dry skillet until fragrant.
  • 4 cups Fresh greens (spinach or mixed salad greens) Make sure they are fresh and crisp.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil Use a high-quality olive oil for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar Provides a tangy kick.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry the greens. Core and slice the apples into thin wedges.
  2. Lightly toast the walnuts in a dry skillet until fragrant, if desired.
Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and apple cider vinegar, adding salt and pepper to taste.
Assembly
  1. In a large salad bowl, add the greens, apple slices, and toasted walnuts.
  2. Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving to keep the greens fresh and crisp. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Serving
  1. Plate the salad as a main dish or as a side to your favorite seasonal entrees.

Notes

To elevate the salad, consider adding seasonal ingredients like pomegranate seeds or roasted butternut squash. Opt for fresh greens to prevent wilting, and prepare the dressing in advance but store it separately until ready to serve.