Roasted Honeycrisp Apple Salad with Toasted Walnuts

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A fresh salad featuring roasted Honeycrisp apples to balance sweetness and subtle bitterness with crunchy toasted walnuts and tangy goat cheese. This mediterranean-inspired salads (mediterranean) ready in about 25 minutes pairs Olive oil, Salt, Mixed salad greens into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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.

★ 4.3 (14 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 3 medium Honeycrisp apple slices with 2 tbsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp salt on a baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes until edges caramelize and apples soften but hold shape.
  2. Step 2: While apples roast, whisk together 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 5 cups mixed salad greens with the warm roasted apples, 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, and 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Roasted Honeycrisp Apple Salad with Toasted Walnuts take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Roasted Honeycrisp Apple Salad with Toasted Walnuts?

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Roasted Honeycrisp Apple Salad with Toasted Walnuts?

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 Roasted Honeycrisp Apple Salad with Toasted Walnuts 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 Roasted Honeycrisp Apple Salad with Toasted Walnuts?

Mediterranean salads 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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