Honeycrisp Apple Salad with Celery, Grapes, Pecans, and Cranberries Recipe
A refreshing and crunchy Apple Salad featuring Honeycrisp apples, grapes, celery, pecans, and dried cranberries coated in a sweetened mayonnaise dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack, this salad combines fruity sweetness with a hint of tartness and nutty texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Fruit and Vegetables
- 4 large Honeycrisp apples, cubed
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 ribs celery, thinly sliced
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
Dressing and Mix-ins
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Toss the cubed Honeycrisp apples with freshly squeezed lemon juice to prevent browning and add a touch of tartness.
- Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and brown sugar until smooth and well combined.
- Combine all ingredients: Add the lemon-coated apples, sliced celery, halved grapes, chopped pecans, and dried cranberries into the bowl with the dressing. Stir gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Chill before serving: Cover the salad with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Notes
- For best flavor and texture, use firm and crisp Honeycrisp apples.
- Lemon juice is essential to keep the apple cubes from browning.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Chilling the salad before serving enhances the flavor blend and texture.
Keywords: Apple Salad, Honeycrisp Apple Salad, Fruit Salad, Healthy Salad, Mayonnaise Salad, Easy Salad Recipes
