🍎 Honeycrisp Apple Crunch Salad
Ingredients
For the salad:
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3 large Honeycrisp apple apples, chopped (leave peel on)
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 cup seedless grapes, halved (red or green)
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2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
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½ cup chopped pecans (toasted if desired)
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½ cup dried cranberries
For the dressing:
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½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter option)
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1–2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice
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Pinch of salt
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Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
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Prep apples
Toss chopped apples with lemon juice to prevent browning. -
Mix dressing
In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, honey, vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and pepper until smooth. -
Combine salad
In a large bowl, add apples, grapes, celery, pecans, and cranberries. -
Toss
Pour dressing over and gently mix until evenly coated. -
Chill (optional but recommended)
Refrigerate 30–60 minutes before serving to let flavors blend.
Flavor Variations
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Add crumbled blue cheese or feta for a savory twist
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Stir in shredded rotisserie chicken for a light meal
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Swap pecans for walnuts
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Add a handful of mini marshmallows for a holiday-style fluff version
Make-Ahead Tip
Best eaten within 24 hours. If prepping early, store dressing separately and mix before serving for maximum crunch.
If you’d like, I can also give you a vinaigrette version (no mayo) or a Waldorf-style version.