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Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad

Delicious Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad for Fall Flavors

Enjoy the refreshing taste of Honeycrisp Apple and Feta Salad, bursting with fall flavors and nutritious ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Honeycrisp Apples Substitute with Fuji or Pink Lady apples
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Substitute with sweet potatoes or delicata squash
  • 5 cups Mixed Salad Greens Use arugula, spinach, or spring mix for variety
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Substitute with goat cheese or omit for a vegan version
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Consider chopped dates or pomegranate seeds
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Replace with almonds or omit for a nut-free salad
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Substitute with green onions for a subtler flavor
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Or maple syrup
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • salad bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube the butternut squash into bite-sized pieces, then toss them in a bowl with a splash of olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread the seasoned squash on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25 minutes, or until it's tender and starting to caramelize.
  2. While the butternut squash is roasting, whisk together ¼ cup of olive oil with 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon of honey in a small bowl. Season your vinaigrette with salt and black pepper to taste. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Once the butternut squash has cooled slightly, assemble your salad by combining a handful of mixed salad greens with the thinly sliced Honeycrisp apples, roasted butternut squash, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans in a large salad bowl.
  4. Just before serving, drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Select fresh, crisp Honeycrisp apples for the best texture. Allow roasted butternut squash to cool slightly before mixing to keep the greens fresh. Toast nuts for better flavor and dress just before serving to prevent wilting.

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