Michigan Cherry Salad

Michigan Cherry Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that showcases the natural sweetness of tart cherries combined with crunchy vegetables and a zesty dressing. This gluten-free salad is perfect for a light midnight meal, bursting with flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

• Fresh tart cherries - 200 grams, pitted and halved
• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, thinly sliced
• Walnuts - 30 grams, chopped
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Apple cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the fresh tart cherries, mixed salad greens, diced cucumber, and sliced red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
4. Add the chopped walnuts and crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad.
5. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving for a refreshing taste.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from cherries, which may reduce inflammation.
• Contains healthy fats from walnuts, promoting heart health.

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