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5 from 1 vote

Honeycrisp Apple Salad

Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: light dinner, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: candied pecans, extra virgin olive oil, gluten free, honeycrisp apples, parmesan cheese, protein greens, red onion, red wine vinegar
Servings: 2 people
Author: GFchow @ gfchow.com

Ingredients

  • 1 package Protein Greens or any mixture of hearty greens approx 4 cups
  • 1/2 Honeycrisp apple sliced thin but not too thin (skin can be peeled, if desired
  • 1 can tuna or salmon preferably in oil and drained
  • red onion few slices
  • handful candied pecans (pieces or halves) optional (I buy mine at Trader Joes)
  • Parmesan either grated or shaved

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground fennel optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon za’atar optional

Instructions

Dressing

  • Place olive oil, vinegar, and spices into a bowl and whisk until combined. Set aside until ready to use. Re-whisk before using.

Salad Assembly

  • Place greens, apple slices, onions, and any protein you’d like to use in a medium large bowl. Spoon a few tablespoons of dressing over salad and give a good mix. Use more dressing if needed. Top salad with candied nuts and parmesan, if desired.

Notes

Slice the apples right before you're ready to eat or serve the salad to avoid discoloration.
If Honeycrisp apples aren’t your favorite, use another variety of apple.
Add sliced celery or fennel to add layered complexity.
Consider adding tofu or chicken as alternative proteins