Autumn Glow Salad
Autumn Glow Salad is a delightful celebration of fall’s vibrant flavors. This colorful dish combines crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and tangy feta, all tossed in a zesty dressing that elevates the taste experience. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this salad brings warmth and nostalgia to your table with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 large red apple (Fuji or Honeycrisp), cored and sliced
- 1 cup toasted walnuts
- ½ cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash baby spinach under cold water, remove tough stems, and place in a large bowl.
- Core and slice the red apple into thin wedges, leaving the skin on.
- Add toasted walnuts and dried cranberries to the spinach; mix gently.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta over the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving; toss gently to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added crunch, swap walnuts for roasted pecans or sunflower seeds. To make it vegan, omit feta and honey; use maple syrup as a sweetener.