Apple Salad with Grapes, Pecans, and Dried Cranberries
Apple Salad with Grapes, Pecans, and Dried Cranberries is a delightful combination of crunchy apples, sweet grapes, and chewy cranberries, all enhanced by the rich flavor of toasted pecans. This vibrant salad is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as a refreshing side dish or a light lunch. With its balance of sweet and savory flavors, it’s sure to be a hit at family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. Best of all, this nourishing recipe can be made ahead of time, allowing the ingredients to meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized apples, cored and chopped
- 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Core and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the grapes and add them to a large mixing bowl along with the chopped apples.
- Toast the pecans in a small pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown; let cool.
- Combine the cooled pecans and dried cranberries with the apple and grape mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg