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Apple Arugula Salad

Crispy Apple Arugula Salad with Tangy Honey Dressing

This Apple Arugula Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish, loaded with nutrients and topped with a tangy honey dressing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Healthy Light Meals
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups fresh arugula provides a peppery flavor
  • 1 large apple such as Granny Smith or Fuji
  • ½ cup walnuts toasted and chopped
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ medium red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • salad bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash and dry 4 cups of fresh arugula thoroughly. Place in a large salad bowl.
  2. Core and thinly slice one large apple. Add to the bowl with arugula.
  3. Toast ½ cup of walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the cooled walnuts, ½ cup of crumbled feta, ¼ thinly sliced red onion, and ¼ cup of dried cranberries to the salad bowl. Toss gently.
  5. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon of honey, and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the freshest arugula and apples for the best flavor and texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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