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A large white bowl filled with apples, parmesan, walnuts, and mixed green salad, with a small bowl of honey dressing next to it.
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Apple, Parmesan, and Mixed Green Salad

This apple, Parmesan, and mixed green salad brings together a few simple ingredients to a sophisticated effect. Effortless and elegant, what could be better? Oh yeah, it's healthy, too.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 226

Ingredients

For the dressing

  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the salad

  • 5 cups mixed greens
  • 1 Braeburn or Gala apple*, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup walnuts, lightly toasted
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese curls, (made by drawing a vegetable peeler across the surface of a chunk of cheese)
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Instructions

  • Combine the mustard, water, honey, vinegar, and olive oil in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, apple slices, and walnuts. Toss with the dressing. Add the Parmesan curls and gently toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

*What Kind Of Apples Are Best For Salads?

The best apples for salad are the kind that you love to eat right out of hand, but with the added benefit of not browning quickly and being able to hold its shape for a little bit. You want something with a combination of sweet and tart, crunchy and juicy. So, what does that leave you with? Braeburn and Gala, like Knox suggests, but you’ll find Ambrosia, Cortland, and Honeycrisp are also terrific choices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 257mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g