How to Make Apple Walnut Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette - A Step-by-Step Guide

Apples are often associated with sweet desserts and pies, but they also make a delicious addition to savory salads. The crisp, slightly sweet flavor of apples pairs perfectly with the earthy crunch of walnuts in this refreshing salad. Topped with a tangy cranberry vinaigrette, this dish is a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will surely satisfy your palate.

What makes this apple walnut salad even more appealing is its nutritional value. Apples are packed with fiber and antio...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ¼ cup cranberries
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 10 cups mixed salad greens, rinsed and dried
  • 2 Red Delicious apples, cored and thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the walnuts out on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly toasted.
  • In a food processor, combine the cranberries, vinegar, onion, sugar, and mustard. Puree until smooth; gradually add oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • In a salad bowl, toss together the greens, apples, and enough of the cranberry mixture to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts, and serve.
  • Nutrition

    275 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 54mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 261mg