Ina Garten Apple Salad

Ina Garten Apple Salad recipe is made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, baby spinach, celery, red onion, raisins, walnuts, apple, and cheddar the total time to prepare this salad is 20 minutes and it serves 4 people.

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💚 Why You’ll Love This Apple Salad Recipe:

Healthy Ingredients: Packed with fresh spinach, apples, and nuts for a nutritious and delicious salad.
Quick Preparation: Ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy days.
Flavorful Dressing: The Greek yogurt and lemon juice dressing adds a tangy and creamy touch.
Versatile Meal: Great as a side dish or a light main course, fitting various dining occasions.

❓ What Is Ina Garten Apple Salad Recipe?

Ina Garten Apple Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, baby spinach, celery, red onion, raisins, walnuts, apple slices, and shredded cheddar cheese.

🍎 Ina Garten Apple Salad Ingredients

For The Dressing:

½ cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

For The Salad:

4 cups baby spinach, rinsed and spin dried
2 stalks celery, chopped
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup raisins
½ cup walnuts, or pecans, roughly chopped
1 apple, cored and thinly sliced
⅓ cup cheddar, shredded

🥗 How To Make Ina Garten Apple Salad

To make the dressing:

Place yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Whisk everything together. set the dressing aside.

To make the salad:

Place spinach, celery, red onion, raisins, walnuts, and apple slices in a large salad bowl.
Drizzle the salad with the dressing. Gently toss everything together.
When ready to serve, top the salad with shredded cheddar cheese.

💭 Recipe Tips:

When substituting ingredients: Use Greek yogurt for creaminess, and replace walnuts with pecans or almonds if preferred.
To avoid soggy salad: Add the dressing just before serving to maintain the crispness of the spinach and apples.
Adjusting spiciness: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing for a subtle kick, balancing the sweetness of the apples.
Prevent apples from browning: Soak apple slices in lemon water before adding them to the salad to keep them looking fresh.

🥙 What To Serve With Apple Salad?

Serve Apple Salad with Indonesian Chicken, Smoked Salmon Quesadilla, or Roasted Spiced Pork for a hearty meat Sweet Potato Fries or Caramelized Onion Dip adds a satisfying touch.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Apple Salad?

In The Fridge. Store leftovers apple salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
In The Freezer. Freezing is not recommended for leftovers apple salad as the texture of apples and greens will degrade.

FAQ’S

Can you make apple salad ahead of time?

Yes, make apple salad ahead by storing ingredients separately mix just before serving and keep sliced apples in lemon water to prevent browning.

How do you keep apples from browning in a salad?

To prevent browning, soak apple slices in water mixed with lemon juice for a few minutes before adding them to the salad.

What are the best apples to use in an apple salad?

The best apples for salads are Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady they are firm and slightly tart, holding up well and balancing flavors.

What herbs can enhance the flavor of apple salad?

Mint, basil, and parsley enhance apple salad’s flavor. Mint adds freshness, basil provides sweetness, and parsley offers a slight bitterness.

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Ina Garten Apple Salad Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 258kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 9g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 11mg
Sodium: 573mg
Potassium: 426mg
Fiber: 4g Sugar: 7g
Vitamin A: 2932IU
Vitamin C: 16mg
Calcium: 145mg
Iron: 2mg

Author: Sabrine Cuisine:American, British Courses:Salads, Sides, Lunch, Dinner Recipe Keys: A Apple Salad

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 20 minutesCook time: minutesRest time: minutesTotal time: 20 minutesServings:4 servingsCalories:258 kcal Best Season:Suitable throughout the year

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Ingredients

For The Dressing:

½ cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

For The Salad:

4 cups baby spinach, rinsed and spin dried
2 stalks celery, chopped
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup raisins
½ cup walnuts, or pecans, roughly chopped
1 apple, cored and thinly sliced
⅓ cup cheddar, shredded

Instructions

To make the dressing:

Place yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Whisk everything together.
Set the dressing aside.

To make the salad:

Place spinach, celery, red onion, raisins, walnuts, and apple slices in a large salad bowl.
Drizzle the salad with the dressing.
Gently toss everything together.
When ready to serve, top the salad with shredded cheddar cheese.

Notes

When substituting ingredients: Use Greek yogurt for creaminess, and replace walnuts with pecans or almonds if preferred.
To avoid soggy salad: Add the dressing just before serving to maintain the crispness of the spinach and apples.
Adjusting spiciness: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing for a subtle kick, balancing the sweetness of the apples.
Prevent apples from browning: Soak apple slices in lemon water before adding them to the salad to keep them looking fresh.

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