Description
A refreshing and nutritious apple salad with walnuts and a creamy dressing, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups apples, diced
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt or dressing of choice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the diced apples and walnuts in a large bowl, letting their textures and colors mingle.
- Mix the yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl, whisking until creamy.
- Pour the dressing over the apple and walnut mixture, tossing gently to ensure every piece is coated.
- If using, add raisins and mix again for extra sweetness and texture.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly to let the flavors meld before serving.
Notes
Consider adding celery, dried cranberries, or avocado for variations. To maintain crunch, keep dressing and nuts separate until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg