Mixed Greens Apple Bowl (Printable)

Refreshing mix of greens, apples, and walnuts with cider vinaigrette

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
02 - 2 medium apples (Gala or Granny Smith), cored and thinly sliced
03 - 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
04 - 1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese
05 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
06 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries

→ Cider Vinaigrette

07 - 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in olive oil until emulsified. Set aside.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, apple slices, walnuts, cheese, red onion, and dried cranberries.
03 - Drizzle vinaigrette over salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine and coat ingredients evenly. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes flat, which means you can have a restaurant-quality salad without the fuss.
  • The cider vinaigrette tastes like fall in a bowl, balancing tart and sweet in a way that makes every bite feel intentional.
  • It's naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, so it works whether you're cooking for yourself or accommodating a crowd.
02 -
  • Never dress a salad more than a few minutes before serving—the greens will turn sad and soggy, and the apples will brown.
  • If you're transporting this or making it ahead, keep the dressing separate and dress it only right before eating.
03 -
  • Slice your apples right before assembly—they'll brown if they sit too long, but a quick toss in the dressing prevents oxidation.
  • If you're making this for a crowd and can't dress everything at once, keep the greens, toppings, and dressing in separate containers and let people assemble their own bowls.
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