Charoset-Inspired Apple-Walnut Passover Salad

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A refreshing Passover salad blending sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and fragrant cinnamon for a modern take on the traditional charoset. This middle eastern-inspired passover ready in about 15 minutes pairs Granny Smith apples, Chopped walnuts, Honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, 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.

★ 4.1 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 medium peeled and diced Granny Smith apples with 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and 1/4 cup raisins.
  2. Step 2: Drizzle 2 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the mixture, then sprinkle 1 tsp ground cinnamon and 1 tsp finely grated orange zest; gently toss everything to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: Let the salad sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the apples to soften slightly before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Charoset-Inspired Apple-Walnut Passover Salad take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Charoset-Inspired Apple-Walnut Passover Salad?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep granny smith apples from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Charoset-Inspired Apple-Walnut Passover Salad?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Charoset-Inspired Apple-Walnut Passover Salad for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Charoset-Inspired Apple-Walnut Passover Salad?

Middle Eastern passover like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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