Cinnamon-Spiced Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dressing
A refreshing salad featuring crisp apples, toasted walnuts, and a honey-cinnamon dressing that balances sweet and warm flavors. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 10 minutes blends mixed salad greens, cored and thinly sliced medium apple, toasted and roughly chopped walnuts into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1, cored and thinly sliced medium apple
- 1/2 cup, toasted and roughly chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 thinly sliced medium apple, 1/2 cup toasted and roughly chopped walnuts, and 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp raw honey, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
- Step 3: Drizzle the honey-cinnamon dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp textures and warm spice notes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Spiced Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dressing take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). A small batch typically covers several meals in the week — store as the recipe directs.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Spiced Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dressing?
Transfer to an airtight jar and refrigerate for up to 5–7 days. Most sauces freeze well for up to 2 months — portion into small containers or freezer bags so you can thaw only what you need. Stir before serving; cream- or yogurt-based sauces may separate on standing.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Spiced Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dressing?
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 Cinnamon-Spiced Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dressing 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.
Is Cinnamon-Spiced Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dressing vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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