Description
This Honeycrisp Apple and Mozzarella Salad is a refreshing and healthy dish combining the crisp sweetness of Honeycrisp apples with creamy shredded mozzarella cheese (vegetal). Enhanced by mixed greens, toasted nuts, and a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing, this salad offers a vibrant balance of flavors and textures perfect for a light meal, snack, or side dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 firm Honeycrisp apples, washed, cored, and thinly sliced or cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (vegetal)
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup fresh basil or mint leaves, gently torn
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Wash and core the Honeycrisp apples. Cut them into thin slices or bite-sized chunks to maintain a satisfying crunch in every bite.
- Arrange the Greens: Spread a fresh bed of mixed greens on your serving plate or bowl, creating the crisp, green foundation for your salad.
- Add Cheese and Nuts: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese (vegetal) generously over the greens, then scatter the toasted walnuts or pecans evenly for a contrasting crunch.
- Toss in Fresh Herbs: Gently tear the basil or mint leaves and sprinkle them on top of the salad for an aromatic lift that brightens every forkful.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and freshly ground pepper until well emulsified. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Toss and Serve: Lightly toss the salad so all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest texture and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh apples and greens for the best flavor and crunch.
- Lightly toast nuts in a dry pan to enhance their aroma without burning.
- Add the dressing just before serving to keep the salad crisp.
- Thinly slice apples to allow flavors to meld better and ease of eating.
- Experiment with herbs by substituting basil for cilantro or parsley according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Honeycrisp apple salad, mozzarella salad, healthy salad, fresh salad, mixed greens salad, nut salad, vegetarian salad