Bonus? Huge family hit! Use hashtag #theseasonedmom. Sometimes dried cherries, sometimes feta, sometimes flakes almonds. I make it all the time! Then I got your e-mail post so I found my perfect salad. I made this for a potluck at church this week; I doubled the recipe, so I used a pear and an apple. Thank you for your review, Lauren. Your salad looks like my fav salad! Sounds delicious! I’ve since made the recipe multiple times. A Granny Smith apple is a relatively tart apple that is light green in color. I made this salad as a side to baked ziti tonight & my husband and I both agreed we could have done the salad alone as the meal! I didn’t have golden raisins, so I used regular. It looks fine from my end. Thank you for sharing. In addition to the substitutions above, there are some other savory variations you might want to try… Broccoli Apple Salad: Replace the celery with a mixture of broccoli (or spinach, kale or fennel), carrots and red onion. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Oh my goodness, this salad is SO GOOD. and it needs to happen! Very many thanks for sharing it. If you are vegan I think it needs a little something without the goat cheese. Thank you for this recipe! It was such a big hit! I recommend tossing the dressing and ingredients with the lettuce and spinach right before serving. Panera Fuji Apple Salad… Thanks so much for your review. I love the simplicity of this salad; it sounds so bright and fresh and vibrant. The perfect amount of vinegar to oil with sweetness from the honey, cranberries and apple. 4 Servings. Coconut Apple Avocado Salad Apples and avocados are combined with yogurt and honey and then sprinkled with coconut, slivered almonds, and blueberries for a refreshing snack. The dressing will keep the chopped apples looking fresh. I like something simple but yet looks and tastes special. Made this on Christmas And had it With dinner and it was amazing! I made this salad for NYE along with filet mignon. I’m glad you loved it, Annmarie! I made for Thanksgiving dinner. That’s one of the reasons I love your blog. After reading your blog the connections blew me away. Made this for a potluck last night. Thanks for sharing! I like that this is a flexible and versatile recipe that ends up tasty no matter what you put in it! Affiliate details ». Whenever I add raisins or craisins to salad I shake them up with the dressing to rehydrate a bit. by elyn_ryn November 15, 2018. Always free • Unsubscribe anytime, The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. BUT, with an apple cider vinaigrette…totally love this. I haven’t made this one yet. Whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk together in a large bowl and let stand for 5 minutes … So I know this is a vegetarian salad recipe, but I added some shredded chicken for some extra protein. I made this for Thanksgiving it was delicious and simple to make. 1/2 cup milk. Thank you for the review! This is a great dish to bring to a potluck or cookout. I would definitely come just for Cookie pictures! Pear and apple would be a great combination! For this festive holiday salad, toss together chopped Granny Smtih apples, chopped walnuts, and sliced green onions with a dressing made from lime juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard. Your recipes are simple, easy and make going Vego super painless as they resemble things I am used to eating. The dressing is awesome as well. Thanks Bridgett Irving 2020, I love salads like this – so simple and delicious :). :), A nice recipe Wow 54 pounds of apples is a lot! Yes, you could post daily pics of Cookie and I’d make sure to come back for more! Packed full of nutritious ingredients, this Light and Creamy Apple Salad is such a treat, and it’s ready in about 10 minutes! Always quick, simple and so tasty! Serve this salad with a creamy soup to round out a light meal. Recipe Variations: Make this apple salad with celery -- it will be like a Waldorf Salad… Thank you. GREAT RECIPE. You are the best! I usually do a mixture of Granny Smith and something like Red Delicious or Gala. The Granny Smith is a tip-bearing apple cultivar which originated in Australia in 1868. He was a big fan as well. So sorry! I love the vibrant colors in this dish. Why isn’t there an option to PIN this recipe? Sounds perfect for breakfast or lunch! Thanks for the recipe! Wow! All my best. I love that you give other options. I love dried cranberries, yet I always forget about their existence, especially when I’m making salads. It was a big hit with my family. I made this recipe and my husband said it was the best salad he has ever had :) I used blue cheese instead of goat. Email me when Kate or another C+K reader replies directly to my comment. My choice next time will be to add some golden raisins for depth of flavor and go with the balsamic dressing option? Thanks for sharing. Used dried cherries, because I like them. Thank you for your review, Morgan. Our friends who we shared it with all loved it. Simple yet so tasty and refreshing. YUM. There are many facets to the health benefits of apples. This was delicious! Another set of raves, and I sent out your link. That is great! Tasty, healthy, simple, and vibrant! I used the raw pecans instead of pepitas and I added a chopped pear and halved red grapes. With that vote of confidence I took it to my sonority weekend, AGD sisters for 40 plus years. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice. You can also subscribe without commenting. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. It’s one of the best apple recipes you can make for a party! I made this , but swapped the goat cheese for feta, and added a few sliced strawberries for color!! All rights reserved. Pinned! Good! Thanks again Kate! Instead I pan-seared some cubed tofu onto which I sprinkled some savory seasonings, and that worked very well as a topping. It’s nice to have a fresh element to balance out heavier winter dishes. It’s also in Pinterest so you can do straight there to get the recipe to pin. Great recipes….. Great pictures….. Great job! Recipe by Kozmic Blues. Made this last night as an antidote to the Thanksgiving indulgences. I didn’t have nutmeg, so I used 1/2 tsp cinnamon. This is my new all time favorite salad! Definitely going into regular rotation. Make it for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any meal in between! Which one did you make? Sorry for any confusion! 2. Had it for lunch with my husband. Great salad! The only thing I couldn’t find were the pumpkin seeds. Thank you so much for sharing. Best Regards. There was an error submitting your subscription. It will definitely be on the Thanksgiving buffet table this year. I was tasked with bringing a salad. Thanks so much for posting! This is my favorite green salad to serve with heavier holiday/comfort foods. I also subbed the cranberries with craisins. Fold the dressing into the apples until completely combined. My son would gobble it up for sure too! Cookie and Kate is a registered trademark of Cookie and Kate LLC. A favorite in our house, we eat this salad at least once a week! You’re welcome, Vickie! Visit now: SunsProfit.net and enjoy the best recipes from around the world. Looks so delicious!!!! Learn how your comment data is processed. I simply love them. Will use this as my go-to easy and delicious salad recipe. Storage suggestions: Spring greens wilt quickly once they’ve been tossed with dressing, so store dressing separately from the greens. You must have been reading my mind this afternoon cause I was sitting at my desk at work thinking about changing up my usual Thanksgiving salad but still wanted something simple and festive. I don’t have many pies on the blog so wondering if that is what you were trying to make but perhaps a difference blog? Check these out: My favorite fresh salad featuring healthy greens, sliced apple, toasted pepitas, dried cranberries and crumbled goat cheese. Part of the series: Salad Dressing & Healthy Eating. Added roasted delicata squash. It complemented the traditional dinner very well. Dressing Ingredients: 1 teaspoon orange zest. It was amazing!!! Just before serving, sprinkle with pecans and coconut. I am making it again for my son and I tonight. If you made the recipe, please choose a star rating, too. Required fields are marked *. I’m happy you enjoyed it! Trying your kale salads next! In addition to great recipes, there’s the chance of seeing an adorable dog. I substituted the seeds with candied walnuts. I will post if I do. Thank you for your comment, Sammie Jo! Use a fork to crumble the goat cheese over the salad. Great salad thanks. Thanks for such a delicious recipe. My son and husband liked it. For the Salad: 1 pound Brussels sprouts 1 medium tart apple (like Granny Smith) 1 medium red onion 1 cup chopped walnuts; For the Vinaigrette: 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons maple syrup; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 clove garlic, finely minced 1/2 … Transfer the pepitas to a small bowl to cool. Fresh, simple ingredients are THE BEST, right? A huge hit! To say that I had to get creative in the kitchen would be an understatement. :). Added a couple different items but loved the dressing and it was a hit. A great salad to have on hand. I was concerned the vinegar flavor would be over powering. Follow The Seasoned Mom on Instagram and show us what you're making! Second, I have a friend who made a very similar recipe as a side for dinner last night & I absolutely loved it. The lightly toasted pepitas really add another dimension to the overall flavour of this awesome salad! I adore your blog & your recipes — I think you’re one of the best vegetarian blogs out there. Such a delicious refreshing salad and so easy to make. Wonderful to make for a party too! This salad is a winner! But you are so creative with your apple recipes, I love it! I’m happy this will make an appearance at your holidays this year. I’ve never toasted pepitas like that before – they added great flavor. you can pin the recipe by hovering your mouse over one of the photos. The skin of an apple contains pectin. I made one small change. For a salad with greater longevity, swap a big bunch of chopped kale (thick ribs removed) for the spring greens. Our free email newsletter delivers new recipes and special Cookie + Kate updates! Not as creamy as I expected, but you could always increase the dressing recipe. Now before I can send you the free 10-Minute Miracles download, you need to check your email to confirm your subscription. I used feta because that’s what I had and cut back a bit on the salt since feta is salty. In a separate small bowl, whisk together vanilla Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and apple pie spice. It is a lovely salad! I used regular pine nuts and lightly toasted them. Thank you for sharing. I'm probably making a big mess in my Kansas City kitchen right now. :). It's commonly enjoyed in it's raw form as a snack, but it's perhaps more commonly used for cooking and baking. {"cookieName":"wBounce","isAggressive":false,"isSitewide":true,"hesitation":"30","openAnimation":false,"exitAnimation":false,"timer":"","sensitivity":"","cookieExpire":"30","cookieDomain":"","autoFire":"","isAnalyticsEnabled":true}, Pomegranate & Pear Green Salad with Ginger Dressing, Arugula and Wild Rice Salad with Zippy Lemon Dressing, Hearty Sweet Potato, Arugula & Wild Rice Salad with Ginger Dressing, Autumn Kale Salad with Fennel, Honeycrisp and Goat Cheese. My mom lives in Carlsbad too, but I have a dear friend with CF waiting for lungs that really drew me to you. Originally published October 9, 2018 by Blair. Season to taste with pepper. Thank you! It’s my favorite green salad too. Please let me know how this salad turns out for you in the comments! Thanks, Ellen! Make this apple salad with about ½ cup diced celery -- it will be like a Waldorf Salad. Thank you, Alexa! Will skip the cheese since there’s goat cheese in the soup (recipe is in the Oct. F&W), but this is exactly the simple salad and vinaigrette I was seeking for soup and salad night! Keep up the awesome work ;). Thanks for the recipe! Thanks so much for your review. Thanks again, Kate! Belated thank you for your comment! I didn’t think there would be enough dressing but there was plenty and the flavors complimented each other perfectly. I can’t wait to give this a go! Love it sooooo much! You’re welcome! I thought this salad sounded great. I had never eaten kale before and last week I made this salad. I remembered my mother’s German potato salad and swapped out the potatoes. I used almonds or pecans instead of pumpkin seeds a few times, and substituted the goat for feta cheese. Granny Smith Apple Salad Dressing Recipe. © 2017–2020 The Seasoned Mom     About     Privacy. Just before serving, chop the apple into thin, bite-sized pieces. 5 tart apples, diced. For this take on Apple Salad, you can feel free to use any variety of apples. As a thank you, we'll give you our welcome guide with 5 printable dinner recipes. Ingredients. Hi, I’m making this tomorrow. I also soaked the apples in salt water so they would stay pretty for longer. 3. Snickers Apple Salad is an easy picnic side dish or dessert that everyone will love! Yes, it’s great the next day, even if you mix it. Thanks for this staple for our family meals. Recipe yields 2 full-sized salads or 4 to 6 side salads. This is absolutely delicious! Yum! 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