Name: Apple Walnut Salad with Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon honey; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 5 cups spring mix salad greens; 1 medium apple, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup walnuts; 1/4 cup red onions thinly sliced; 1/4 cup dried cranberries; 3 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled

Description

Have an apple today and keep the doctor away with this fresh, fall favourite — apple walnut salad with homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Throw together crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and sweet cranberries for a taste of the holidays.

Ingredients

Balsamic Vinaigrette:

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Salad:

5 cups spring mix salad greens
1 medium apple, thinly sliced
1/2 cup walnuts
1/4 cup red onions thinly sliced
1/4 cup dried cranberries
3 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions

In a small bowl, make the balsamic vinaigrette by whisking together vinegar, mustard, honey, salt and pepper. Slowly drizzle in olive oil and whisk to combine. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine salad greens, apple, red onions, walnuts, dried cranberries, and feta cheese. Pour dressing over top and toss to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.