Crunchy Apple Salad Recipe with Walnuts and Cranberries
By Mike-Ross
Get ready to up your holiday food game with this awesome salad from RecipeTin Eats! The mix of flavors and textures in this dish is a real crowd-pleaser, and it's a breeze to whip up—perfect for those festive get-togethers. And can we talk about the vibrant colors? It's like a feast for your eyes. Give this recipe a go today and treat your taste buds. Check out the video below for the simple-as-pie instructions.
Ingredients:
1 red apple (cut into quarters, seeds removed, thinly sliced)
A squeeze of lemon juice
4 oz mixed salad leaves
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced (cut in a wedge, not the half-moon style)
3/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tbsp feta or goat cheese, crumbled (optional garnish)
Candied Walnuts:
1 tbsp salted butter
1/4 cup white sugar
1 cup walnuts or pecans
Dressing:
2 tbsp cider vinegar
4 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tsp white sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Now, let's dive into the fun part:
Step 1: Start off by making those candied walnuts. Melt 1 tbsp of salted butter in a pan, toss in 1/4 cup of white sugar, and stir until it's all caramelized. Add a cup of walnuts, making sure they're completely coated. Once done, spread 'em on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and let them cool. Meanwhile, soak the cranberries in hot water for ten minutes, then give them a drain. After that, thinly slice and core the apple, and give it a lemony squeeze to keep it from browning. Super easy, right?
Photo credits: RecipeTin Eats via Youtube
Step 2
For the dressing, combine 4 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp cider vinegar, 1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 1/2 tsp white sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper. Now, assemble the salad. In a large bowl, add the mixed salad leaves, half of the sliced apples, and all the red onion, then drizzle half of the dressing. Toss it well. Next, add the soaked cranberries, candied walnuts, the rest of the sliced apples, and feta cheese. Drizzle the rest of the dressing. Serve.
Crunchy Apple Salad Recipe with Walnuts and Cranberries
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