Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of autumn with this Fall Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Kale Salad. Crisp kale combines with sweet Honeycrisp apples, toasted walnuts, tangy dried cranberries, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for cozy gatherings or festive dinners, this salad not only pleases the palate but also adds a colorful touch to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups curly kale, chopped
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, cored and sliced
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Rinse the kale under cold water, remove tough stems, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Massage lightly to soften.
- Core and slice the Honeycrisp apples into wedges or cubes.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine kale, sliced apples, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and crumbled feta.
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or let sit for 10 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg