Best 8 Apple Almond Salad Recipes

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If you're looking for a healthy and refreshing salad that's perfect for any occasion, then you've got to try apple almond salad! This salad is packed with crisp apples, crunchy almonds, and creamy cheese, and it's all tossed in a light and tangy dressing. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables, and it's also a delicious and satisfying meal. Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or a party, apple almond salad is sure to be a hit!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE ALMOND CRUNCH SALAD



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This easy-to-assemble salad combines the great crunch of apples and almonds with the sweetness of golden raisins and the unique texture of feta cheese. The tanginess of the raspberry dressing works really well with the crispy ingredients.

Provided by SKETTYMAKER

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens
½ cup slivered almonds
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cup tart apple, cored and chopped
¼ cup sliced red onion
¼ cup golden raisins
1 cup raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the salad greens, almonds, feta cheese, apple, red onion and raisins. Toss to blend. Apply salad dressing to individual servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 610.2 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

CHUNKY APPLE AND ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



Chunky Apple and Almond Chicken Salad image

I like this chicken salad because it is chunky, crunchy, and light. While I prefer to leave the skin on the apple for color and nutrition, you could remove it.

Provided by MandAs

Categories     Chicken

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cooked chicken, cut into chunks
1 small apple, cut into chunks
1/4 cup almonds, whole
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Toss apple with lemon juice. Stir together with remaining ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes (optional).
  • Serve on thick sliced bread, crackers, or a bed of lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.6, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 110.2, Sodium 284.1, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 7.4, Protein 39.1

ALMOND & APPLE WILD RICE SALAD



Almond & Apple Wild Rice Salad image

It's healthy and delicious! Use a mixture of red and green apples to give it a pop of color. -Dan Wellberg, Elk River, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups uncooked wild rice
2 medium apples, chopped
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup orange juice
4 teaspoons olive oil
4 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 cup unblanched almonds, coarsely chopped
Optional toppings: halved green grapes, cubed cheddar cheese and chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Cook wild rice according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, toss apples with 2 tablespoons orange juice. In another bowl, whisk the remaining orange juice, oil, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper. , Add apples and celery to rice. Drizzle with dressing; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, until chilled. Sprinkle with almonds; serve with toppings if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE ALMOND SALAD



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Fruit by itself tends to get left alone at potlucks, unless it's whipped into a sweet and tangy crunchy salad like this one! -Critina Wheeler, Upton, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large apples, chopped
1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 cup dried cranberries
2-1/2 cups whipped topping
1/3 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the apples, almonds and cranberries. Combine whipped topping and mayonnaise. Add to apple mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CURRIED CHICKEN, APPLE, AND ALMOND SALAD



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This is great on sandwiches or as a dip for crackers and pita chips. My 2 year old daughter loves to just eat it with a spoon!

Provided by s_pamgirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breasts
1/2 medium apple, diced
1/4 slivered almonds
2 tablespoons minced onions
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
2 teaspoons curry powder (or to taste)
1/2 cup Smart Beat fat free mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Fold all ingredients together. Chill for at least 2 hours to let flavors blend. Serve in as a sandwich filling or as a dip for crackers or pita chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.6, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 35.3, Sodium 38, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 12.7

APPLE ALMOND CRUNCH SALAD



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Categories     Fruit     Cheese     Apple     Nut     Leafy Green     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (10 ounce) mixed salad greens
1/2 cup almonds, slivered
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup tart apple, cored and chopped
1/4 cup red onion, sliced
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 cup raspberry vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the salad greens, almonds, feta cheese, apple, red onion and raisins. Toss to blend.
  • Apply salad dressing to individual servings.

APPLE, ALMOND & BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Make and share this Apple, Almond & Blue Cheese Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lisar

Categories     Apple

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons green onions
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
2/3 cup oil
romaine lettuce
watercress (I use red leaf if I can't find watercress)
2/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled
3 red apples, chopped into 1/2 inch cubes
1 cup toasted almond

Steps:

  • Mix salad greens, blue cheese, apples and toasted almonds in a bowl.
  • Process dressing ingredients in a blender and serve over salad.

ALMOND & APPLE WILD RICE SALAD



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This would make a great addition to most any meal, or as a stand-alone lunch. Recipe & photo: tasteofhome.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Other Salads

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 c uncooked wild rice
2 medium apples, chopped
2 Tbsp plus 1/2 cup orange juice
4 tsp olive oil
4 tsp red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp honey
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp white pepper
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 c unblanched almonds, coarsely chopped
optional toppings: halved green grapes, cubed cheddar cheese, and chopped red onion

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the wild rice according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely.
  • 2. While rice is cooking, toss apples with 2 Tbsp. orange juice in a small bowl. In another bowl, whisk the remaining orange juice, oil, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper. Tip: the orange juice will prevent the apples from turning brown.
  • 3. Add the apples and celery to rice. Drizzle with the orange juice dressing; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, until chilled. Sprinkle with almonds and other toppings, if desired.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn are all good choices.
  • If you don't have toasted almonds on hand, you can toast them yourself by spreading them on a baking sheet and baking them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • You can also add other ingredients to this salad, such as dried cranberries, crumbled blue cheese, or cooked bacon.
  • This salad is best served fresh, but it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

Apple almond salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover apples. With its sweet, crunchy apples, toasted almonds, creamy goat cheese, and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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