Ingredients:
3-4 large apples
1/2 cup celery, thinly sliced
1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt to taste
Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Directions:
Prepare the Apples: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped apples, celery, nuts (if using), and dried cranberries. Toss them together gently.
Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), honey (or maple syrup), and lemon juice until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning with a little salt, if needed.
Combine: Pour the dressing over the apple mixture. Toss until all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing. The lemon juice in the dressing will help prevent the apples from browning too quickly.
Chill: Although you can serve the salad immediately, letting it chill in the refrigerator for about an hour allows the flavors to meld together nicely.
Serve: Give the salad a final stir before serving. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Additional Notes:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour (optional but recommended)
Servings: 4-6 servings”