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Harvest Honeycrisp Apple

Harvest Honeycrisp Apple Salad: A Fall Flavor Sensation

Experience the vibrant flavors of autumn with this Harvest Honeycrisp Apple Salad, featuring sweet apples and roasted squash.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 Honeycrisp Apples Substitution: Fuji or Pink Lady apples work well.
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Prep Note: Peel and cube before roasting.
  • 6 cups Mixed Salad Greens Substitution: Arugula, spinach, or baby kale can be used.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Substitution: Goat cheese or blue cheese for a stronger taste.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Substitution: Chopped dates or figs can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans/Walnuts Substitution: Sunflower seeds for nut-free options.
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Prep Note: Thinly slice for the best texture.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Honey (or Maple Syrup)
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • salad bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Jar or small bowl for vinaigrette

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Harvest Honeycrisp Apple
  2. Peel and cube the butternut squash, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
    Harvest Honeycrisp Apple
  3. In a large salad bowl, layer mixed salad greens, roasted butternut squash, sliced Honeycrisp apples, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, chopped nuts, and sliced red onion.
    Harvest Honeycrisp Apple
  4. Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth to make the vinaigrette.
    Harvest Honeycrisp Apple
  5. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad, toss gently and serve immediately.
    Harvest Honeycrisp Apple

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep ingredients cold, roast squash to perfection, and dress salad just before serving for best results.

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