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Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad

Delicious Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad for Fall Freshness

This Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making it a delightful addition to your fall meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Honeycrisp Apples can substitute with Fuji or Pink Lady apples
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash alternatives: sweet potatoes or delicata squash
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens substitutes: arugula, spinach, or spring mix
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese can substitute with goat cheese or omit for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries replace with chopped dates or figs
  • 1/2 cup Pecans or Walnuts optional: toasted almonds or omit for nut-free
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion can be omitted
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for roasting and dressings
  • to taste Salt for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper for seasoning
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil base for the vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar can substitute with balsamic or white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard can be omitted
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup use maple syrup for vegan option
  • to taste Salt to enhance flavor
  • to taste Black Pepper to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • bowl
  • Whisk
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  2. While the squash roasts, rinse and dry mixed salad greens thoroughly and place in a large bowl.
  3. Slice Honeycrisp apples into thin wedges or rounds. Toss with lemon juice if preparing ahead.
  4. In a bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well-blended.
  5. Once the roasted squash has cooled slightly, transfer it to the bowl with mixed greens. Add sliced apples, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, pecans, and red onion.
  6. Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette evenly over the salad and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store prepared salad in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep vinaigrette separate to maintain freshness. For best results, dress just before serving.

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