Yes, we are cooking things and putting them in a salad here! Not just any things... sweet onions and also apples!
★ Why You'll Love this Recipe ★
A salad with warm apples and onions?
Yep! That's what I'm saying here. Hold on to your hats because this is going to blow up your world. Let's just talk about the ingredients first off.
This caramelized apple and vidalia onion salad is so simple yet so good and cozy too. Who knew a salad could be cozy?
★ Ingredients You'll Need ★
What else is in this strange dish you call a salad?
Caramelized apples and vidalia onions are served over romaine topped with crumbled feta and chopped walnuts then drizzled with a tart honey mustard vinaigrette. Sounds good right? it is!
This is such a simple salad so it's easy to make but so flavorful. I tried a similar salad at a wedding we recently attended. Of course after the first bite I thought... I'm totally making and blogging this.
So here ya go! Enjoy. =)
★ How to Make this Recipe ★
This tasty and unique salad with homemade dressing, comes together in a few steps.
Here's a look at what you'll need to do:
- Sauté the apples and onions.
- Mix the dressing.
- Layer salad ingredients in a bowl.
- Drizzle with dressing.
Simple as that!
★ Tips & FAQs ★
What type of salad greens should I use?
A spring blend works well. I love the variety in color, texture and flavor. However, you can use romaine or any type of lettuce or greens you prefer.
Can I use another type of apple besides granny smith?
Granny Smith's signature tart flavor works well in this salad but if you prefer a different variety, you can certainly substitute any kind of apple you have on hand or that you like.
Storing leftovers
Leftover will store well for a few days in the fridge. Just be sure to store the dressing and salad ingredient separately. You'll also want to keep the apples and onions separate to prevent their moisture from wilting the salad.
Tip for Crisp Salad
Be sure to completely cool onions and apples before adding to the salad to prevent the greens from wilting.
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Caramelized Apple and Vidalia Onion Salad
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 2 large granny smith apples cored and cubed
- ½ vidalia onion
- 2 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup walnuts chopped
Honey Vinaigrette Dressing
- ½ cup grape seed oil
- ½ cup apple cidar vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
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Instructions
- Sauté apples and onions. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add cubed apples. Add vidalia onion onions. Stir frequently and cook for about 3 minutes or until softened. Set aside to cool.
- Make dressing. Add dressing ingredients to a mason jar and shake until well combined.
- Combine salad and dressing and serve. Add mixed greens to 4 serving bowls and top with cooled apples and onion, then crumbled feta and walnuts. Finish with a drizzle dressing on top.
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