Description
A refreshing and sweet Apple Salad featuring crisp Honeycrisp apples, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, pecans, and dried cranberries, all tossed in a creamy mayonnaise and brown sugar dressing. Perfect as a light snack or a side dish for gatherings.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 large Honeycrisp apples, cubed
- 1 lemon, juiced
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 ribs celery, thinly sliced
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Toss the cubed Honeycrisp apples with the freshly squeezed lemon juice to prevent browning and add a bright citrus note.
- Make the Dressing and Combine: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and brown sugar until smooth. Add the lemon-coated apples, thinly sliced celery, halved grapes, chopped pecans, and dried cranberries. Stir gently to evenly coat all ingredients with the dressing.
- Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and the salad to chill nicely.
Notes
- Use Honeycrisp apples for their sweetness and crisp texture, but Granny Smith can be substituted for a tart flavor.
- Chilling the salad enhances the flavors and improves texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Toast the pecans lightly to add extra crunch and depth, if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
