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A vibrant bowl of crisp apple arugula salad featuring thinly sliced green apples, fresh arugula, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese, drizzled with a light lemon vinaigrette, arranged on a rustic wooden table with natural daylight highlighting the textures and colors.

Crisp Apple Arugula Salad for Quick and Healthy Weeknight Dinners

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A simple and nutritious salad combining crisp apple slices, arugula, toasted walnuts, and feta, dressed in lemon vinaigrette for a quick, healthy side.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 large green apples, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups fresh arugula
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine arugula, apple slices, walnuts, and feta cheese.
  3. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss gently to coat evenly.

Notes

  • Use fresh, crisp apples for best results.
  • Toast walnuts for added flavor; keep an eye to prevent burning.
  • Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (to toast nuts, optional)
  • Method: Fresh preparation, no cooking required apart from optional toasting nuts
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 180 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 5 mg