Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad
Indulge in the flavors of autumn with this vibrant and refreshing Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad. Combining crisp Honeycrisp apples, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy pecans, this salad is the perfect addition to any gathering or a light weeknight meal. With its bright colors and delightful textures, it captures the essence of fall while being quick and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- 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 pecans, toasted (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 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (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 salad bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta and toasted pecans over the top.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with optional pomegranate seeds and fresh thyme.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg