Maple Walnut Salad

The Maple Walnut Salad features a delightful combination of crunchy walnuts, fresh greens, and a sweet maple dressing that brings a taste of autumn to your table. This refreshing Paleo dish is perfect for a light lunch or as a side salad for dinner.

Ingredients

• Mixed greens - 4 cups
• Walnuts, chopped - 1/2 cup
• Apple, thinly sliced - 1 medium
• Red onion, thinly sliced - 1/4 medium
• Avocado, diced - 1 medium
• Maple syrup - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Apple cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined to create the dressing.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, chopped walnuts, thinly sliced apple, red onion, and diced avocado.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
4. Divide the salad into two servings and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 24 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 27 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from walnuts and avocado, promoting heart health.
• High in fiber from mixed greens and apple, aiding digestion.

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