Apple Salad
Looking for a fresh and crisp addition to your meal? This creamy apple salad is the perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors, paired with a satisfying crunch in every bite! It’s perfect for the fall, holidays, and just because.
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Why You Will Love Apple Salad
Ingredients Needed for this Apple Salad Recipe
Ingredient quantities for this easy apple salad recipe are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.
- Pink lady apples
- Green apples
- Slivered almonds
- Dried cranberries or raisins
- Dried cherries
- Greek vanilla yogurt
You can use any flavor of apple that you’d like. I tend to default to these two because of their crisp texture and tart flavor, which pairs well with the other ingredients.
How To Make Apple Salad (Quick Overview)
The steps below are just a quick overview of how to make the recipe. The full process in detail is located in the recipe card at the end of the post.
Gather your ingredients.
If you’re serving the salad later, you can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the apples to slow the browning process.
Then, toast your almonds: to a skillet over medium heat, add the almonds. Toast, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant and golden brown. Then remove them from the pan and set aside.
To a bowl, add the apples, yogurt, cranberries (or raisins), dried cherries, and toasted almonds.
Stir to combine.
That’s it! Now it’s time to serve and enjoy.
More Fruit Salads
Enjoy even more easy fruit salad recipes like these:
- The absolute best fresh fruit salad recipe you could ever make is perfect for picnics, Easter celebrations, cookouts, and 4th of July sides.
- When it comes to the fall holidays, this autumn fruit salad is superb as a fun Thanksgiving dinner food, Christmas dinner food, or as a Halloween party food idea!
- Beat the heat with this zesty Mandarin orange jello salad with its creamy, citrusy, and sweet summer flavors.
- Fluffy, fruity fun! This Marshmallow fruit salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for kids and grown-ups alike.
- Say hello to tropical bliss with this mega-popular Ambrosia fruit salad! It delivers happiness wherever and whenever you serve it.
- Sweet, creamy, and oh-so-crunchy! This grape salad is packed with flavor in every bite. Get ready for a grape explosion your guests will rave about.
Looking for something heartier? Try these easy dinner salads.
I hope you love this flavorful (and fabulous) salad recipe!
How to Store Apple Salad in the Refrigerator?
Store apple salad in an airtight container to keep it fresh and prevent it from absorbing fridge odors. If it has a creamy dressing, mix it well before storing, and enjoy it within 1-2 days for the best texture and flavor (it can last up to 3 days). Pro tip: toss apples in lemon juice before mixing to prevent browning if prepping ahead!
How to Store Apple Salad in the Freezer?
Freezing apple salad isn’t ideal as the texture of apples and creamy dressings can become watery or mushy when thawed. If you must freeze it, store the apples and solid ingredients separately in airtight containers or freezer bags, and leave out the creamy dressing. Thaw the frozen components in the fridge and mix them with fresh dressing before serving for the best results.
More Salads to Enjoy
Enjoy even more homemade summer salads that are perfect as picnic food ideas and as delicious cookout side dishes? Each of these is great:
- Try this broccoli salad for a crunchy, flavorful side everyone will love.
- This potato salad is creamy, tangy, and always a hit.
- Need an easy option? This macaroni salad is simple, tasty, and great to make ahead.
- Go lighter with this popular homemade coleslaw that is tangy, crunchy, and perfect for any cookout.
- A cucumber salad is an excellent option when pairing a tangy flavor with many of the grilled foods and picnic foods everyone loves!
- Make a classic with this caprese salad. It features juicy tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil for amazing flavor.
- Try the Italian antipasto salad packed with Mediterranean flavors, perfect for picnics or gatherings.
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Apple Salad
Ingredients
- 2 pink lady apples (cored and chopped)
- 2 green apples (cored and chopped)
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 8 oz Greek vanilla yogurt
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 1/4 cup dried cherries
Instructions
- Start by toasting the almonds: To a skillet over medium heat, add the almonds. Toast, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant and golden brown. Then remove them from the pan and set aside.
- To a bowl, add the apples, yogurt, cranberries (or raisins), dried cherries, and toasted almonds. Stir to combine.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Estimates (Per Serving)
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutrition Estimates are per serving and included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed.
