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A beautiful Apple Feta Salad being tossed in a large glass bowl, showcasing the fresh spinach, red apple slices, and chunks of feta cheese.

Apple Feta Salad with a Zesty Honey Vinaigrette

A refreshing and easy Apple Feta Salad recipe featuring crisp apples, creamy feta, crunchy walnuts, and a homemade honey vinaigrette. The perfect side dish or light lunch!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 5 oz fresh spinach (or mixed greens)
  • 2 large Honeycrisp apples cored and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese from a block is best
  • 1/2 cup walnuts toasted
For the Honey Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large salad bowl
  • 1 Small Bowl or Jar (for dressing)
  • 1 Whisk

Instructions
 

  1. Make the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl or a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Whisk or shake until well emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Salad Ingredients: If you haven't already, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant, then let them cool. Core and thinly slice the apples. Crumble the feta cheese.
  3. Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the fresh spinach, sliced apples, crumbled feta, and toasted walnuts.
  4. Dress and Serve: Right before serving, pour the honey vinaigrette over the salad. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the dressing and toast the nuts ahead of time. Store the dressing in the fridge. Assemble the salad just before serving to prevent it from getting soggy.
Best Apples: Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala apples work best for their crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor.
Feta Choice: For the best flavor and creamy texture, buy feta in a block and crumble it yourself.
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