Apple Arugula Salad with Walnuts and Feta Recipe
A refreshing and tangy Apple Arugula Salad featuring peppery arugula, crisp apple slices, toasted walnuts, and creamy feta cheese tossed in a honey apple cider vinaigrette. Perfect as a light meal or a vibrant side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh arugula, washed and dried
- 2 large apples, thinly sliced
- ½ cup walnuts, toasted
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large salad bowl, gently mix together the fresh arugula, thinly sliced apples, toasted walnuts, crumbled feta cheese, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey until fully emulsified. Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
- Toss the salad: Carefully toss the salad until all components are evenly coated with the dressing, ensuring balanced flavors.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy the salad right away as a fresh and tangy side dish or a light, wholesome meal.
Notes
- Choose crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor.
- Toast walnuts lightly in a dry pan to enhance their nuttiness without adding oil.
- For a vegan version, omit feta or substitute with a plant-based cheese.
- If prepping ahead, keep dressing separate and toss just before serving to maintain freshness.
- Adjust honey quantity to control the sweetness of the dressing.
Keywords: apple arugula salad, fresh salad, walnut salad, feta salad, honey apple vinaigrette, healthy salad recipe, light meal, side dish
