Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh apples (sliced, about 2 medium apples)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup toasted pecans (roughly chopped)
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach and arugula blend)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup balsamic dressing (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the apples into thin wedges.
- Roughly chop the toasted pecans.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens with apple slices for a beautiful base.
- Add dried cranberries and chopped pecans; toss gently to mix.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
- Whisk together balsamic dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
- Just before serving, drizzle dressing over the salad and toss lightly. Plate immediately for freshness.
Notes
For best texture, choose firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Toast the pecans to enhance flavor. Add honey for a sweeter salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg