Apple Pecan Cranberry Salad: Refreshing, Easy, and Nutritious
This Apple Pecan Cranberry Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines sweet apples, crunchy pecans, and tart cranberries for a perfect balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup diced apples
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, diced apples, chopped pecans, and dried cranberries.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss to combine.
- If using, sprinkle feta cheese on top before serving.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead; just add the dressing right before serving to keep it fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Apple, Pecan, Cranberry, Salad, Refreshing, Easy, Nutritious