Ingredients
– 2 cups fresh cranberries, rinsed
– 2 medium apples, diced (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
– 1 cup celery, chopped
– ½ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
– 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
– 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Creating the Vibrant Cranberry Apple Salad for Holidays is simple. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Rinse the cranberries under cold water and dice the apples and celery.
2. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt (or sour cream), honey (or maple syrup), and lemon juice. Stir well until smooth.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cranberries, diced apples, celery, and nuts (if using).
4. Add the Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
5. Chill the Salad: For enhanced flavors, cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6. Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the salad and adjust sweetness or acidity as desired by adding more honey or lemon juice.
7. Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with additional nuts or a sprinkle of cranberries for presentation.
By following these steps, you’ll create an incredible salad that is sure to impress your guests!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g