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Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad

Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad Bliss

Celebrate the season with this Autumn Harvest Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad, blending kale, Honeycrisp apples, and creamy feta for a delightful vegan and gluten-free dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Curly Kale Substitute with spinach or romaine if desired.
  • 2 Honeycrisp Apples Can substitute with Gala apples.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Raisins or chopped dates can be used instead.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Walnuts or almonds can be used for variety.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Green onions or shallots can be used.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Feta Regular feta can be used if not vegan.
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup Agave syrup is a great alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil can also be used.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Lime juice can be a nice alternative.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust according to preference.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Core and slice the Honeycrisp apples into thin wedges and toss with maple syrup, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
  3. Spread the apples and chopped pecans on the baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until tender and fragrant.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together dairy-free feta, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the curly kale, roasted apples, red onion, dried cranberries, and walnuts, then drizzle with the dressing and toss gently.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, massage the kale with olive oil and lemon juice. Store salad components separately to maintain freshness.

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