Refreshing Apple Arugula Salad Perfect for Quick Healthy Meals

Apple Arugula Salad combines crunchy apples, feta, and walnuts for a fresh, healthy delight in just 15 minutes.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad Base

4 cups Fresh Arugula A peppery leafy green that forms the salad base.
2 large Apples Thinly sliced; consider Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
0.25 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced; offers a sharp flavor.

For the Crunch

0.5 cup Walnuts Toasted; adds a warm nuttiness.

For the Creaminess

0.5 cup Feta Cheese Crumble for creamy texture.

For the Dressing

3 tablespoons Olive Oil Rich base for the dressing.
2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Adds brightness.
1 tablespoon Honey Natural sweetness.
Salt and Pepper To taste.

Equipment

Salad Bowl
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large salad bowl, add the fresh arugula, thinly sliced apples, toasted walnuts, crumbled feta cheese, and the red onion. Gently toss the ingredients together until well mixed.
In a separate small bowl, combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Whisk for about 30 seconds until emulsified.
Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting for a balanced flavor.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad mixture, ensuring good coverage.
Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients with the dressing.
Serve the salad immediately for fresh flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Feel free to mix and match ingredients. Consider adding grilled chicken for a heartier meal or swapping feta for goat cheese.

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