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Apple Salad with Honeycrisp apples

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This Apple Salad with Honeycrisp apples, celery, grapes, pecans, and dried cranberries is a fresh, crunchy, and creamy dish perfect for any season. A quick and colorful salad with a honey-mayo dressing that’s ideal as a side, lunch, or potluck favorite.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes (including chill time)
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 Honeycrisp apples, cored and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop the apples, celery, and grapes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add in the chopped pecans and dried cranberries.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over salad ingredients and gently mix until everything is well coated.
  5. Adjust seasoning if needed, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Stir before serving and garnish with extra pecans or cranberries if desired.

Notes

  • Swap pecans with walnuts or slivered almonds for variation.
  • Add diced chicken for a protein-packed meal version.
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter option.
  • Add green apple for extra tartness.

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