Apple and Walnut Salad (Printable)

Crisp apples and walnuts with tangy vinaigrette on mixed greens. Ready in 15 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 2 large crisp apples, cored and thinly sliced
02 - 1 small celery stalk, thinly sliced
03 - 2 cups mixed salad greens

→ Nuts

04 - 1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Cheese (optional)

05 - 1 cup crumbled blue cheese or feta

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until fully emulsified and smooth.
02 - Place sliced apples, celery, mixed greens, and chopped walnuts in a large salad bowl.
03 - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure even coating of all ingredients.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled cheese over the top if desired, adding creaminess and savory depth to complement the crisp vegetables.
05 - Present the salad while apples retain their crunch for optimal texture and freshness.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The crunch of raw celery against sweet apple hits every texture craving in one bite
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes flat but looks like something from a restaurant
02 -
  • Apple slices oxidize quickly so dress the salad immediately after cutting them
  • The walnuts absorb dressing and soften over time, add them last if youre meal prepping
03 -
  • Grate a little fresh ginger into the dressing for unexpected warmth
  • Make extra dressing and store it in a jar for quick salads all week
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