Deliciously Crisp Apple Arugula Salad for Fresh Flavor Boost

Experience the refreshing crunch of apple and peppery arugula in this Apple Arugula Salad.

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

large salad bowl
small mixing bowl
dry skillet
whisk

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 cups Arugula fresh
1 large Apple Granny Smith or Fuji
0.5 cups Walnuts toasted
0.5 cups Feta Cheese crumbled
0.25 cups Red Onion thinly sliced
0.25 cups Dried Cranberries

For the Dressing

3 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
1 teaspoon Honey
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Wash and dry the arugula thoroughly. Place it in a large salad bowl and fluff gently.
Core the apple and slice thinly, about ¼ inch thick. Add to the bowl with arugula.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Allow to cool slightly.
Combine the toasted walnuts, crumbled feta, sliced red onion, and dried cranberries with the arugula and apple slices.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately for the best taste and crunch.

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and balance the dressing to suit your taste preferences.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Apple Arugula Salad, Fresh Salad, Healthy Recipe, Nutritious Salad, quick salad, Vegetarian

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