Best 10 Sunny Apple Salad Recipes

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Sunny apple salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. With its combination of sweet and tart apples, crunchy walnuts, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table. There are many different recipes for sunny apple salad, each with its own unique take on this classic dish. Some recipes call for a simple vinaigrette dressing, while others use a more elaborate dressing made with mayonnaise, yogurt, or sour cream. Some recipes also include additional ingredients, such as cranberries, raisins, or crumbled bacon. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and healthy salad.

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SUNNY'S EASY APPLE SLAW WITH APPLE JALAPEñO DRESSING



Sunny's Easy Apple Slaw with Apple Jalapeño Dressing image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Two 14-ounce bags slaw mix
3/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup finely chopped pickled jalapeños
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint
2 red-skinned apples, cored and julienned
1/4 cup jalapeño pickling juice
1/4 cup apple juice or cider
1/2 teaspoon red chile flakes
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the slaw: In a large bowl, toss the slaw mix, raisins, jalapeños, cilantro, parsley, mint and apples.
  • For the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the pickling juice, apple juice or cider, chile flakes, chili powder, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the bowl of slaw and toss to combine. Chill for 2 hours, stirring once while chilling. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

SUNNY'S EASY GRILLED CABBAGE "STEAKS" WITH APPLE SALAD



Sunny's Easy Grilled Cabbage

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup hot pepper jelly
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 heads cabbage, each sliced laterally to make two 1 1/2- to 2-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 Gala, Honeycrisp or Fuji apples, cored and small diced
2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3 scallions, white and green parts chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
8 to 10 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Make the sauce. Stir together the hot pepper jelly, orange juice, vinegar, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper in a bowl or liquid measure. Stir and set aside.
  • Grill the cabbage. Preheat the grill to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush both sides of the cabbage with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the slices over the direct heat of the grill and cook until the bottom is slightly charred, about 5 minutes. Flip the cabbage and brush with the pepper jelly sauce. Cook for another 4 to 5 minutes and remove to serving plates.
  • Top with the salad. Combine the apples, tomatoes, scallions, lemon juice and a drizzle of the sauce in a medium bowl (make it as saucy as you like). Toss to coat and place an equal amount of the salad on the center of each grilled cabbage slice. Top with a few basil leaves. Eat it!

APPLE, PEAR AND WALNUT SALAD



Apple, Pear and Walnut Salad image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons orange juice
1 orange, zested
1/2 cup raisins
4 apples, preferably use 2 to 3 different kinds
2 pears, preferably red and green
2/3 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together vinegar, orange juice, zest, and raisins. Core and cube apples and pears. Add fruit and walnuts to a bowl and drizzle with oil. Toss well to combine. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

APPLE-RAISIN COLE SLAW



Apple-Raisin Cole Slaw image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 head savoy cabbage, shredded or sliced thin
1 cup carrots, shredded (about 4 small or 2 medium carrots)
2 Granny Smith apples, cored and shredded
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the raisins, celery seeds, mayonnaise, sour cream and apple cider vinegar. Add the cabbage, carrots, and apples, then toss to combine. Taste and season with a pinch of salt and a grind or two of pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

CRUNCHY APPLE SALAD



Crunchy Apple Salad image

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.

APPLE SALAD



Apple Salad image

Beverly Little of Marietta, Georgia sent in this delightfully refreshing salad. With only six ingredients, it's simple to assemble and quick to serve. A creamy dressy coasts the crunchy apples, celery and chewy dates.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 celery ribs, finely chopped
4 medium apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup fat-free whipped topping
1/4 cup chopped dates or raisins
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
4 teaspoons reduced-fat mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine all the ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUNNY VEGETABLE SALAD



Sunny Vegetable Salad image

A terrific mixture of crisp, chewy, fresh and sweet ingredients makes this salad taste as good as it looks. A nutritious vegetable like broccoli is a lot more palatable "dressed up" this way. -Char Holm, Goodhue, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cups fresh broccoli florets
5 cups fresh cauliflowerets
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup sunflower kernels

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, toss the broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, onion and raisins. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Sprinkle with bacon and sunflower seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ROASTED APPLE SALAD WITH SPICY MAPLE-CIDER VINAIGRETTE



Roasted Apple Salad with Spicy Maple-Cider Vinaigrette image

We bought loads of apples and needed to use them. To help the flavors come alive, I roasted the apples and tossed them with a sweet dressing. -Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 medium Fuji, Gala or other firm apples, quartered
2 tablespoons olive oil
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
4 pitted dates, quartered
1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place apples in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Roast 20-30 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Cool completely., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. In a large bowl, combine salad greens and dates. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat., Divide mixture among 8 plates. Top with goat cheese and roasted apples; sprinkle with pecans. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

DELICIOUS APPLE SALAD



Delicious Apple Salad image

This yummy fruit salad was a favorite of my great-grandmother's. My family always enjoys it, and I'm happy knowing it's good for them, too. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups cubed apples (1/2 inch)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup miniature marshmallows
2/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice. Add celery and marshmallows. Stir in mayonnaise., Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Stir in pecans before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEST APPLE SALAD



Best Apple Salad image

A wonderful unexpected blend of fresh apples, onions, peppers, and beans, with a great dressing to toss in some zing!

Provided by GYMNAST9888

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Apple Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium sweet apples, cored and cubed
1 green bell pepper, diced
¼ cup chopped red onion
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the apples, bell pepper, red onion and kidney beans. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, honey, mustard and pepper. Pour over the salad, and stir gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 6.3 g, Sodium 291.5 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Use firm, crisp apples that will hold their shape when sliced, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady.
  • Slice the apples thinly: This will help them absorb the dressing and cook evenly.
  • Don't overcook the apples: They should still have a slight crunch to them.
  • Use a light vinaigrette dressing: A heavy dressing will weigh down the salad.
  • Add some nuts or seeds: This will add crunch and flavor to the salad.
  • Serve the salad immediately: The apples will start to brown if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Sunny apple salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet, tart, or somewhere in between, you'll find a sunny apple salad recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give sunny apple salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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