Description
Apple Salad is a refreshing, crunchy dish that effortlessly brightens any meal. This delightful recipe combines the crisp sweetness of Honeycrisp apples with juicy grapes and crunchy pecans, all enveloped in a creamy mayo-brown sugar dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light side dish at dinner, this salad not only tantalizes the taste buds but is also packed with nutritious ingredients. It comes together quickly in just 15 minutes and can be prepared ahead of time for added convenience. Enjoy this vibrant Apple Salad as a unique addition to your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Honeycrisp apples, cubed
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 ribs celery, thinly sliced
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1½ tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Drizzle cubed apples with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and brown sugar until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine apples, celery, grapes, pecans, and cranberries; toss gently.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider incorporating other nuts or seeds. Customize your salad by mixing in seasonal fruits like pears or berries.