This Heirloom Apple Salad recipe is a fresh, vibrant, and flavorful salad perfect for fall or any season. Made with crisp heirloom apples, mixed greens, nuts, and a tangy vinaigrette, it’s a healthy and delicious choice for lunch or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 2–4 servings
Ingredients
- 2–3 heirloom apples (mixed varieties), thinly sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts or pecans
- ¼ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds
- For dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper.
- Assemble salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced heirloom apples, red onion, nuts, cheese, and cranberries/pomegranate seeds.
- Toss: Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve: Transfer to serving plates and enjoy immediately.
Tips & Variations
- Use a mix of sweet and tart heirloom apples for the best flavor balance.
- Add grilled chicken or turkey slices for a protein-packed main salad.
- Swap walnuts for pecans or almonds for a different nutty flavor.
- Replace feta with blue cheese for a stronger, tangier taste.
