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Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad

Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad Bliss

A delightful Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad combines the sweetness of Honeycrisp apples with tangy feta and toasted pecans, ready in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium Honeycrisp Apples substitute with Fuji or Gala if desired
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese can substitute with goat cheese
  • 1 cup Toasted Pecans or walnuts/pumpkin seeds
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach arugula can add a peppery kick
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil avocado oil is a great alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar can substitute with white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey substitute with maple syrup/agave nectar for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard or your favorite mustard
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Salad Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and dry your Honeycrisp apples. Core and slice thinly. Soak red onion slices in cold water for 10 minutes. Rinse and pat dry the fresh spinach.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and toast the pecans for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Let cool before adding to the salad.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine apples, feta, soaked red onion, pecans, and spinach. Gently toss to mix.
  5. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, keeping the dressing separate until serving.

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