Quick Apple Cranberry Salad (20-Minutes)

Enjoy this vibrant Apple Cranberry Salad, packed with fresh flavors and textures, ready in just 20 minutes!

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Dressing

½ cup Olive Oil Use avocado oil for a neutral flavor.
¼ cup Apple Cider Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be a substitute.
2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup works for a vegan option.
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used in a pinch.
to taste Salt Use sea salt for a more vibrant taste.
to taste Pepper

Salad

4 cups Mixed Greens Spinach or arugula can replace the greens.
2 medium Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well.
1 cup Cranberries Dried cranberries can be used for a sweeter version.
½ cup Walnuts Substitute almonds or pecans if preferred.
½ cup Feta Cheese Omit for a vegan version or use a vegan cheese alternative.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk
measuring cups
Measuring spoons

Method

Preparation

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, add mixed greens, diced apples, cranberries, and walnuts. Crumble feta cheese on top if desired. Gently toss to combine.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly, being careful not to oversaturate.
Transfer the salad to plates or a serving bowl and serve immediately for optimal freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and dress the salad just before serving to prevent sogginess.

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