Description
A refreshing and crunchy Apple Salad featuring sweet Honeycrisp apples, celery, and juicy grapes, all tossed in a creamy, lightly sweetened mayonnaise dressing and garnished with pecans and dried cranberries. Perfect as a side dish or light snack, this apple salad comes together in just 10 minutes and serves 6.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 4 large Honeycrisp apples, cubed
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
- ½ cup dried cranberries
Vegetables:
- 2 ribs celery, thinly sliced
Dressing & Nuts:
- â…“ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Wash and core the Honeycrisp apples, then cut them into bite-sized cubes. Immediately toss the cubed apples with the freshly squeezed lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully incorporated and the dressing is smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the lemon-coated apples, sliced celery, halved grapes, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans.
- Mix Salad: Pour the mayonnaise and brown sugar dressing over the fruit and celery mixture. Gently toss everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the apple salad for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a refreshing side or light snack.
Notes
- Use Honeycrisp apples for their sweet-tart flavor and crisp texture.
- To keep apples from browning, toss them immediately with lemon juice.
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans or substitute with seeds like pumpkin seeds.
- You can adjust the brown sugar amount for sweetness to your liking.
