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Apple Cheese Lunch Recipe

This vibrant and healthy Apple Cheese Lunch is a diet-friendly recipe that's perfect for your next book club meeting! Sweet, crunchy apples meet creamy colby cheese and a zesty lemon-honey dressing in this delightful salad. A quick and easy 10-minute prep makes it ideal for busy weekdays. Feel free to substitute vanilla yogurt for the sour cream for a lighter option.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 327.7 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Cheese Lunch

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How to Make Apple Cheese Lunch

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup sour cream (or vanilla yogurt), 2 tablespoons honey, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
  2. Cover and chill the dressing in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Just before serving, combine 2 medium apples (cored and diced), 1 cup cubed colby cheese, 1/2 cup chopped celery, and 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (or other nuts) in a large bowl.
  4. Pour the chilled dressing over the apple mixture and gently toss to combine.
  5. Spoon the salad into a large lettuce leaf or serve in a bowl lined with lettuce cups for a refreshing presentation.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

84g

Fat

51g

Carbs

9g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Lunch Fruit Easy Dietary Low Sodium Low In Something Apples