This Apple Salad is a crunchy, sweet, and refreshing mix of crisp Honeycrisp apples, juicy grapes, celery, toasted pecans, and chewy dried cranberries—all tossed in a creamy, lightly tangy dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or potluck favorite!
🍏 Apple Salad with Honeycrisp Apples, Celery, Grapes, Pecans & Cranberries
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
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2 large Honeycrisp apples (diced, skin on for crunch & color)
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1 cup seedless red grapes (halved)
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2 celery stalks (thinly sliced)
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½ cup pecans (toasted & roughly chopped)
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½ cup dried cranberries
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1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent browning)
For the Creamy Dressing:
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½ cup Greek yogurt or mayo (or a mix of both)
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
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½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
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Pinch of salt & black pepper
Optional Add-Ins:
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1 tbsp poppy seeds
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Crumbled feta or blue cheese (for a savory twist)
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Diced chicken (to make it a meal)
📝 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prep the Apples
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Toss diced apples with lemon juice to keep them from browning.
2️⃣ Toast the Pecans
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In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast pecans for 2-3 mins until fragrant. Let cool, then chop.
3️⃣ Make the Dressing
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Whisk together Greek yogurt/mayo, honey, vinegar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until smooth.
4️⃣ Assemble the Salad
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In a large bowl, combine apples, grapes, celery, pecans, and cranberries.
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Pour dressing over and gently toss to coat.
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Chill for 15-30 mins (if time allows) for flavors to meld.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
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Garnish with extra pecans or a drizzle of honey.
🌟 Why You’ll Love It:
✅ Crunchy, sweet, & tangy—perfect texture balance!
✅ No mayo? Greek yogurt keeps it light & creamy.
✅ Meal-prep friendly (just store dressing separately).
✅ Versatile—add chicken, cheese, or swap nuts/seeds.
Pro Tip: For extra freshness, add a handful of baby spinach or arugula!
Would you like a vegan or dairy-free version? Let me know! 😊🍎