Autumn Apple Harvest Salad

A hearty fall salad featuring a medley of crisp apples, caramelized onions, and crunchy walnuts, all atop a bed of fresh arugula, originating from the heartland of America, this salad celebrates the flavors of the season and is a perfect accompaniment to a variety of dishes.

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 cups Arugula
• 1 cups Diced Apples
• 1/2 cup Caramelized Onions
• 1/4 cup Walnuts, chopped
• 1/4 cup Cranberries, dried
• 1/2 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tsp Honey
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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   Step 1: In a large bowl, combine arugula, diced apples, caramelized onions, chopped walnuts, and dried cranberries.

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   Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

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   Step 3: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

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   Step 4: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad.

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   Step 5: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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   Step 6: Just before serving, toss the salad again to ensure everything is well coated with the dressing.

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   Step 7: Serve immediately and enjoy!

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   Step 8: You can also customize this salad by adding your favorite nuts or seeds, such as pecans or pumpkin seeds.

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   Step 9: If you want a creamier dressing, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of mayonnaise to the dressing mixture.

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    Step 10: You can also make this salad ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

💡 Pro Tips

To caramelize the onions, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan over low heat and cook the onions for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. To keep the apple slices from browning, sprinkle them with a pinch of lemon juice and mix well.

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