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Apple Arugula Salad

Apple Arugula Salad: Crisp, Freshness That Dazzles Your Tastebuds

Experience the vibrant flavors of Apple Arugula Salad, a refreshing mix of peppery greens, juicy apples, and crunchy walnuts that will elevate your meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups fresh arugula Peppery leafy green
  • 2 large apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 1/2 cup walnuts Toasted
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese Crumpled
  • 1/4 whole red onion Thinly sliced
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Rich base
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Bright and tangy
  • 1 tablespoon honey Natural sweetness
  • to taste salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper Essential seasoning

Equipment

  • Salad Spinner
  • large salad bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash 4 cups of fresh arugula thoroughly under cool running water and dry it gently.
  2. Core and slice 2 large apples into thin wedges.
  3. Toast 1/2 cup of walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  4. In a large salad bowl, combine the prepared arugula, sliced apples, and toasted walnuts.
  5. Crumble 1/2 cup of feta cheese over the top and add 1/4 of a red onion, thinly sliced.
  6. Whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of honey in a small bowl.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture evenly.
  8. Gently toss the salad until everything is well combined.
  9. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Dress the salad just before serving to maintain freshness.

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