Charoset-Inspired Apple and Walnut Salad with Cinnamon Vinaigrette

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A fresh take on the traditional Passover charoset, this crisp apple and walnut salad is tossed with a sweet cinnamon vinaigrette for a refreshing side or light dessert. This Mediterranean-inspired Passover recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs Granny Smith apples, cored and diced, walnuts, chopped, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, toss 3 medium diced Granny Smith apples with 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Pour the cinnamon vinaigrette over the apples and gently toss to coat.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup chopped walnuts and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley to the bowl and mix thoroughly.
  5. Step 5: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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