Best 9 Crunchy Apple Side Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, there exists a vibrant concoction known as the "crunchy apple side salad," a dish that tantalizes taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures. This culinary masterpiece is a delightful accompaniment to a myriad of main dishes, adding a refreshing contrast with its crisp and crunchy elements. Whether you seek a vibrant addition to your barbecue feast, a light and refreshing complement to your grilled entrees, or a delightful side dish for your everyday meals, this crunchy apple side salad promises an explosion of taste and sensory satisfaction.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CRUNCHY APPLE SIDE SALAD



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With fiber-rich fruit, light dressing and crunchy walnuts, this is a great side dish or snack. Try it with low-fat granola. -Kathy Armstrong, Post Falls, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup fat-free sugar-free vanilla yogurt
1/3 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
2 medium red apples, chopped
1 large Granny Smith apple, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, whipped topping and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Add apples and cranberries; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with walnuts and remaining cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRUNCHY APPLE-WALNUT SALAD WITH PARMESAN DRESSING



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Enjoy this easy to make Crunchy Apple-Walnut Salad with Parmesan Dressing as a zesty and delicious addition to your lunch! The spicy arugula pairs perfectly with the sweet and tangy cranberries. This Crunchy Apple-Walnut Salad with Parmesan Dressing is satisfying and easy to make.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pkg. (5 oz. each) arugula
2 apples, sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup walnut halves, toasted
1/2 cup slivered red onions
3/4 cup KRAFT Shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided
3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
1/4 tsp. cracked black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Toss arugula with fruit, nuts, onions and 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Whisk lemon juice, mustard, pepper, garlic and remaining cheese in small bowl until blended. Gradually whisk in oil until blended.
  • Drizzle Parmesan dressing over salad; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 250 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 8 g

TRIPLE CRUNCH APPLE SALAD



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This salad is made extra crunchy with fresh apples, celery and toasted hazelnuts.

Provided by Barrett

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large apples - peeled, cored and chopped
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup dates, pitted and chopped
3 tablespoons orange juice
½ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 tablespoons frozen whipped topping, thawed
½ cup chopped toasted hazelnuts

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine apples, celery, dates, and orange juice. Stir well to coat evenly.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise and whipped topping. Pour over apple mixture and blend until thoroughly mixed.
  • Chill for several hours. Add nuts just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 48.9 mg, Sugar 30.4 g

QUICK CRUNCHY APPLE SALAD



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Pair crunchy toppings with smooth vanilla in this apple salad with yogurt recipe. You'll love this creative combination! -Kathy Armstrong, Post Falls, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons vanilla yogurt
6 tablespoons reduced-fat whipped topping
1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
2 medium red apples, chopped
1 large Granny Smith apple, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, whipped topping and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Add apples and cranberries; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with walnuts and remaining cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEERIOS™ CRUNCHY APPLE SALADS



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A Cheerios™ Challenge recipe! Apple of your eye? Blending whole-grain cereal, fresh apple with fruits and veggies makes a tasty salad packed with fiber and vitamins.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 to 2 tablespoons fat-free (skim) milk
1 large apple, cut into bite-size pieces
1 large stalk celery, sliced
1 can (11 oz) mandarin orange segments, drained
Lettuce leaves
1 cup Cheerios™ cereal

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix mayonnaise and milk. Stir in apple, celery and mandarin oranges. Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Divide lettuce leaves among 4 salad plates. Spoon salad mixture onto lettuce leaves. Top each with 1/4 cup cereal. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

CRUNCHY APPLE SALAD



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This old-fashioned salad is part of my favorite meal that Mom used to make. Crunchy apples, celery and walnuts blend well with the creamy mayonnaise. -Julie Pearsall, Union Springs, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large apples, diced
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the apples, celery, raisins and walnuts. Add mayonnaise; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRUNCHY APPLE SALAD



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I made this salad crunchier with the addition of toasted almonds. This is ideal for that someone who wants creamy but not made with globs of mayonnaise! Have fun with this recipe.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium apples, peeled, seeded and diced small
lemon juice
1 cup red seedless grapes or 1 cup green seedless grape
1 cup celery rib, diced small
3/4 cup low-fat fruit yogurt (your choice flavor-I add a touch of honey to the yogurt)
1/4 cup sliced almonds, plus
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
mint sprig

Steps:

  • Toss the cut up apples with a bit of lemon juice to avoid browning. Cut the grapes in half.
  • Mix the apples, grapes, celery, yogurt and 1/4 cup almonds together. Toss well to coat.
  • Arrange on lettuce leaves if desired.
  • Sprinkle each serving with the reserved 2 tablespoons of toasted almonds and add a sprig of fresh mint leaves.
  • Chill if not eating immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.9, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 51.6, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 21, Protein 3.2

CRUNCHY APPLE SPROUTED SALAD WITH LEMON CREAMY DRESSING



Crunchy Apple Sprouted Salad with Lemon Creamy Dressing image

A crunchy, refreshing salad perfect for any gathering. Pears can be used in place of apples-either choice is delicious.

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

For the salad:
4 red apples, sliced into thin matchsticks, (like Fuji or Gala)
0 Juice of half a lemon
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1 medium cucumber, chopped
1/2 ounce fresh mint, finely chopped
6 ounces pea shoots, or fresh chopped spinach
2 ounces alfalfa sprouts
For the lemon dressing:
1 cup Best Foods® Carefully Crafted Dressing and Sandwich Spread
1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus zest
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the lemon dressing ingredients and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine apples and lemon-this will prevent the apples from turning brown. Add the chopped mint, sliced almonds, cucumber, and half the lemon dressing. Combine.
  • Arrange the pea shoots in the bottom of 6 small serving bowls. Divide the apple mixture among the 6 bowls and place over the pea shoots. Top with alfalfa sprouts and extra dressing if desired.

CRUNCHY CHICKEN APPLE SALAD SANDWICHES



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This is a great sandwich to have for a light lunch , even kids will like it. I found this in a Canadian living mag. last year and just found the recipe again in a box of papers. Hope that you enjoy it as much as I did.

Provided by bigbadbrenda

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 12 square, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 boneless chicken breast, skin removed
1/4 cup finely diced peeled apple
1 green onion, finely diced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon curry powder (optional)
salt and pepper
6 slices bread
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • Pour water in pan to 3/4 in and bring to simmer.
  • Add chicken , cover and poach over med/low heat for about 12 -15 minutes.
  • Put on a plate and refrigerate till cool enough to handle. Then finely dice.
  • In a bowl stir all remaining ingredients including the chicken.
  • Butter the bread with the softened butter and spread 1 slice with the mixture. Top with remaining slice of bread. Trim the crust and cut the sandwich into triangles or squares for little hands.
  • If you want to make ahead , place on a baking sheet and cover with a damp cloth and cover tightly with plastic wrap for up to 24 hours.

Tips:

  • Choose firm, crisp apples for this salad, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the apples to ensure they stay crunchy.
  • If you don't have celery on hand, you can substitute thinly sliced fennel or jicama.
  • For a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
  • If you like a tangier salad, add a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to the dressing.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for up to 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

This crunchy apple side salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a healthy side dish or a light and refreshing salad, this apple salad is sure to please.

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