Wenatchee Inspired Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette
A fresh salad combining crisp apples, toasted walnuts, mixed greens, and tangy honey Dijon dressing, celebrating the apple-growing heritage of Wenatchee. This american-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, chopped toasted walnuts, crumbled feta cheese 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 210 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.
Ingredients
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 medium, cored and thinly sliced Wenatchee apples
- 1/2 cup, chopped toasted walnuts
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
- Step 2: In a large salad bowl, combine 5 cups mixed salad greens, 2 medium thinly sliced Wenatchee apples, 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts, and 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese.
- Step 3: Drizzle the honey Dijon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Step 4: Serve immediately as a refreshing and crisp starter or side.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Wenatchee Inspired Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 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 Wenatchee Inspired Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette?
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 mixed salad greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Wenatchee Inspired Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette?
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 Wenatchee Inspired Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette 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 Wenatchee Inspired Apple and Walnut Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette?
American 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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