Mixed Greens Apple Bowl (Print Version)

A refreshing mix of greens, apples, walnuts, and cheese finished with a tangy cider vinaigrette.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
02 - 2 medium apples (Gala or Granny Smith), cored and thinly sliced
03 - 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
04 - 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese
05 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
06 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries

→ Cider Vinaigrette

07 - 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in olive oil until emulsified. Set aside.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, apple slices, walnuts, cheese, red onion, and dried cranberries.
03 - Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine and coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Serve immediately while greens are crisp and apples are fresh.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It comes together faster than the time it takes to set the table, yet tastes like you fussed over it.
  • The vinaigrette hits that impossible balance between tangy and sweet, with just enough mustard to keep things interesting.
  • Leftovers actually stay crisp because you dress it right before eating, not hours before.
02 -
  • Never dress a salad hours in advance—the greens will wilt and lose their personality, no matter how good your vinaigrette is.
  • If you're making this for a crowd, prepare everything separately and only combine and dress it moments before serving, which actually makes it easier on you.
03 -
  • Keep your apples in cold water with a splash of lemon juice if you're prepping them early, so they stay bright and don't oxidize to brown.
  • If your dressing breaks or looks separated, you haven't done anything wrong—just give it a final vigorous whisk before serving.
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