Ingredients for Apple Salad With Cranberry Vinaigrette
- Jellied Cranberry Sauce
- Olive Oil
- Sugar
- Orange Peel
- Rice Vinegar
- Fresh Orange Juice
- Salt
- 2 cups diced apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji recommended)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
- Dried Cranberries
- Lettuce Leaves
- Brie Cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts (per salad)
How to Make Apple Salad With Cranberry Vinaigrette
- **Make the Cranberry Vinaigrette:** In a blender, combine 1/2 cup fresh cranberries, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend for 15-20 seconds, or until smooth.
- **Chill the Vinaigrette:** Pour the vinaigrette into a small container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 days) to allow the flavors to meld.
- **Prepare the Salad:** In a large bowl, gently toss together 2 cups diced apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji recommended), 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery, and 1/2 cup dried cranberries.
- **Assemble the Salad:** Divide the apple mixture evenly among 8 lettuce-lined salad plates.
- **Add Toppings:** Top each salad with 1 ounce crumbled feta cheese and 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts.
- **Serve:** Drizzle the chilled cranberry vinaigrette over each salad just before serving. Enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
63g
Fat
18g
Carbs
6g