Description
This Holiday Honeycrisp Salad is a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for festive gatherings or a light meal. Crisp apples, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy pecans come together with a flavorful dressing to create a refreshing salad that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Salad:
- 2 Honeycrisp apples thinly sliced
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup candied pecans
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- 1/4 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pomegranate arils
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced apples, cranberries, pecans, feta, red onion, and pomegranate arils.
- Add the dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve: Enjoy the Holiday Honeycrisp Salad immediately.
Notes
- For added protein, top with grilled chicken or turkey.
- If making ahead, prepare the dressing separately and add just before serving to keep greens crisp.
