Apple Walnut Salad

This Apple Walnut Salad combines crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and a light honey-lemon dressing, creating a refreshing and nutritious dish. Perfect as a side or a light lunch, it's both satisfying and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 medium apple - diced
• 1/2 cup walnuts - toasted
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens and diced apple.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
4. Add the toasted walnuts and crumbled feta cheese to the salad bowl.
5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional walnuts if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 240 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from apples, which can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• Walnuts are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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