Best 12 Apple Tossed Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our diverse collection of apple-tossed salad recipes. Embark on a refreshing escapade with our crisp Granny Smith Apple Salad, combining the vibrant flavors of celery, walnuts, and a tangy dressing. For a classic twist, relish our Waldorf Salad, a harmonious blend of crisp apples, crunchy celery, and toasted walnuts, elegantly coated in a creamy mayonnaise dressing.

Elevate your salad game with our savory Apple Bacon Salad, a symphony of crisp apples, smoky bacon, and tangy blue cheese crumbles, tossed in a luscious honey mustard dressing. If you prefer a lighter option, our Apple Spinach Salad offers a delightful combination of fresh spinach, crisp apples, and a zesty vinaigrette dressing.

For a unique twist, our Warm Apple Salad with Maple Dressing is a delightful fusion of roasted apples, tender chicken, and a sweet and savory maple-based dressing. And for a taste of the tropics, our Tropical Apple Salad brings together the vibrant flavors of pineapple, mango, and toasted coconut, complemented by a refreshing lime dressing.

No matter your preference, our apple-tossed salad recipes offer a symphony of flavors and textures to tantalize your taste buds. Dive into the culinary delight and discover your new favorite salad creations.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE-FETA TOSSED SALAD



Apple-Feta Tossed Salad image

A friend of mine shared this recipe with me after I raved about the delightful salad at dinner. I have served it for years now, and no matter where i take it, I have to bring along copies of the recipe to hand out. -Marlene Clark Apple Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup walnut halves
DRESSING:
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
SALAD:
5 cups torn romaine
5 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1 medium green apple, chopped
1 medium red apple, chopped
1/2 to 1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat; stir in sugar and pepper. Add walnuts; toss to coat. Spread evenly onto a baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned, about 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., Place dressing ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Place salad ingredients in a large bowl; toss with dressing. Top with walnuts. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APPLE-WALNUT TOSSED SALAD



Apple-Walnut Tossed Salad image

"The pretty, flavorful cranberry dressing for this fall salad is also good for gift-giving," suggests Mary LaJoie, of Glenoma, Washington, who shared the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh cranberries
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup canola oil
2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens
3 medium Red Delicious apples, thinly sliced
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • For cranberry vinaigrette, combine the first seven ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. , Transfer to a serving dish. In a large bowl, toss the salad greens, apples and walnuts. Serve with vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 29g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRANBERRY, PEAR, APPLE TOSSED SALAD



Cranberry, Pear, Apple Tossed Salad image

Our family gets together at the holidays and everyone brings something. This salad was one of those great dishes that everyone had to have the recipe for.

Provided by DianeV

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2/3 teaspoon poppy seed
1/4 cup cashews
10 cups romaine lettuce
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
1 medium apple, cubed
1 medium pear, cubed
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Shake dressing ingredients in a jar.
  • Toss salad ingredients with dressing.

GRILLED APPLE TOSSED SALAD



Grilled Apple Tossed Salad image

The grilled apples in this salad combine so well with the blue cheese, walnuts and balsamic dressing. I like to serve it on pink Depression glass dessert plates from my great-grandmother. -Paul Soska, Toledo, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup white or regular balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
2 large apples, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1 cup walnut halves, toasted
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • For dressing, whisk together first 8 ingredients. In a bowl, toss apples with 1/4 cup dressing. Let stand 10 minutes., Place apple slices on a grill rack over medium heat; reserve marinade left in bowl. Grill apples, covered, until tender and lightly browned, 3-4 minutes per side, brushing with reserved marinade., To serve, toss greens with remaining dressing. Top with grilled apples, walnuts and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 28g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 360mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

APPLE-CHEDDAR TOSSED SALAD



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"My mother makes this beautiful and colorful salad for all special occasions," notes Amy Osborne-Schebler of Davenport, Iowa.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 cup chopped red apple
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
HONEY DRESSING:
2/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, apple, cheese and walnuts; set aside. , In a blender, combine the first eight dressing ingredients. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Serve with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 34g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

APPLE TOSSED SALAD



Apple Tossed Salad image

My husband doesn't normally like apples in his salad, but he really likes this. It has a nice mixture of ingredients and is very easy to make.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons water
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 cups torn romaine
1 medium red apple, thinly sliced
1 small sweet onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/4 cup sunflower kernels or walnuts

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first nine ingredients; shake well. In a salad bowl, combine the romaine, apple, onion and sunflower kernel. Add dressing and toss to coat. Let stand for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE-NUT TOSSED SALAD



Apple-Nut Tossed Salad image

We love the light dressing over crunchy apples, walnuts and lettuce sprinkled with blue cheese.-Maureen Reubelt, Gales Ferry, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups torn Bibb lettuce
1/2 cup chopped apple
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1 to 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, apple, onion, walnuts and blue cheese. In a large bowl, whisk the oil, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

TOSSED SALAD WITH APPLE CIDER DRESSING



Tossed Salad With Apple Cider Dressing image

Make and share this Tossed Salad With Apple Cider Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup frozen apple juice concentrate (thawed, from 12-oz can)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons parsley flakes
2 tablespoons finely shredded apples
3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 cups torn fresh spinach
1 cup torn iceberg lettuce
1 medium zucchini, shredded (1 cup)
2 ounces chopped fresh mushrooms (1/2 cup)
8 medium radishes, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small red bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix all dressing ingredients with wire whisk or fork until well blended.
  • Add salad ingredients; toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.3, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 2.9, Sodium 148.8, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 7, Protein 1.9

APPLE AND WALNUT TOSSED SALAD



Apple and Walnut Tossed Salad image

I needed something light and easy to prepare to go with thanksgiving dinner and used what I had on hand. Instead of walnuts, you could use pine nuts for people with nut allergies. Or another kind of cheese if desired.

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

SALAD INGREDIENTS
1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced
2 green onions, sliced
2 Tbsp walnut pieces, toasted
2 Tbsp blue cheese crumbles (or feta)
5 oz mixed spring greens
DRESSING
1/3 c olive oil
1/4 c balsamic vinegar
1/4 c apple juice
1 Tbsp honey or agave
1 clove garlic, minced or grated
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chili powder or red pepper flakes (adjust amount as desired)

Steps:

  • 1. Slice apples, dip in a solution of lemon juice or salt and water to prevent browning. Pat dry, set aside.
  • 2. Toast walnuts for a few minutes in a skillet until starting to get fragrant, but before they burn. Set aside.
  • 3. In a blender, or with an immersion blender, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
  • 4. In a large bowl, toss the salad ingredients along with the dressing.

CITRUS-APPLE TOSSED SALAD



Citrus-Apple Tossed Salad image

"This crisp fruit salad bursts with flavor," says Dorothy Swanson, St. Louis, Missouri. A light dressing lets the fresh taste of the ingredients shine through.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 cups torn salad greens
3 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
2 medium red apples, thinly sliced
1 medium pink grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
1 celery rib, chopped
HONEY LEMON DRESSING:
1/3 to 1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup minced chives
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cubed cream cheese, optional
Seasoned salad croutons, optional

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, lemon juice, chives, honey, paprika and salt; shake well. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cream cheese and croutons if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

TOSSED SALAD WITH APPLE CIDER DRESSING



Tossed Salad with Apple Cider Dressing image

Colorful veggies soak up the tangy flavor of a creamy apple dressing in this 15-minute salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup frozen (thawed) apple juice concentrate
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons parsley flakes
2 tablespoons finely shredded apples
3 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
2 cups bite-size pieces fresh spinach
1 cup bite-size pieces iceberg lettuce
1 medium zucchini, shredded (1 cup)
2 oz chopped fresh mushrooms (1/2 cup)
8 medium radishes, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small red bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix all dressing ingredients with wire whisk or fork until well blended.
  • Add salad ingredients; toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg

APPLE & GINGER TOSSED SALAD



Apple & Ginger Tossed Salad image

Looking for an easy Thanksgiving salad that's full of flavor? This zippy medley combines crisp apples and crystallized ginger with leafy greens and crunchy pecans. -Lynnette Bradley, Riverbank, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings (2/3 cup dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 package (10 ounces) Italian-blend salad greens
2 medium apples, chopped
1 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/4 cup chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, apple juice, sugar and vinegar until blended. In large bowl, combine salad greens, apples, pecans and ginger. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For a sweeter salad, use sweeter apples, such as Gala, Honeycrisp, or Fuji. For a tarter salad, use tarter apples, such as Granny Smith or Braeburn.
  • If you don't have walnuts, you can substitute pecans or almonds.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, toss the apples and walnuts with the dressing and then cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add the mixed greens just before serving.
  • This salad is also delicious with grilled chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

Apple tossed salad is a refreshing and healthy salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants. The sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and tangy dressing make this salad a delicious and satisfying choice.

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