2 medium apples (any variety you like), cored and diced
1 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, roughly chopped
1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries
1/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise (for a creamier texture)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (to prevent apples from browning)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for added sweetness
Instructions:
Prepare the Apples: Core and dice the apples into bite-sized pieces. You can leave the skin on for extra color and fiber.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced apples, chopped celery, walnuts or pecans, and raisins or dried cranberries.
Add Dressing: In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt or mayonnaise with the lemon juice. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, and mix well. For a sweeter salad, stir in honey or maple syrup.
Combine and Toss: Pour the dressing over the apple mixture and toss everything together until the ingredients are well coated.
Chill and Serve: You can serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Garnish and Enjoy: Optionally, garnish with extra nuts or a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley. Enjoy your refreshing apple salad!
