Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad
Celebrate the flavors of fall with this vibrant Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad. Bursting with fresh, seasonal ingredients, this salad combines the crisp sweetness of Honeycrisp apples with creamy feta cheese and crunchy pecans for a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a showstopper at gatherings, this dish can be prepared in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. With its colorful presentation and wholesome ingredients, this salad is sure to become a family favorite that you’ll want to make again and again.
- 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 bowl, combine mixed greens, thinly sliced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds and fresh thyme leaves if desired.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg