Apple Cranberry Salad
This simple yet refreshing Apple Cranberry Salad combines crisp apples, sweet grapes, tart cranberries, and crunchy walnuts with creamy French vanilla yogurt, finished with a hint of cinnamon. It's a quick-to-prepare, light, and flavorful dish perfect for a healthy snack, breakfast, or a light lunch option.
Equipment
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 Rubber Spatula or Mixing Spoon
Ingredients
Main
- 1 Apple peeled and chopped into bite size pieces
- 1 cup seedless grapes halved
- 2 tablespoons Dried cranberries I use Craisins
- 1 tablespoon Walnuts chopped
- 1 cup Fat-free French Vanilla Yogurt
- Cinnamon to sprinkle on top
Instructions
- Gather all necessary ingredients and kitchen equipment.
- Peel the apple, core it, and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the seedless grapes for easier consumption.
- Roughly chop the walnuts to your desired size.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped apple, halved grapes, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts.
- Add the fat-free French vanilla yogurt to the fruit and nut mixture.
- Gently fold all the ingredients together with a spatula or mixing spoon until everything is evenly coated with the yogurt.
- Divide the prepared salad into individual serving bowls.
- Lightly sprinkle cinnamon over the top of each serving for an aromatic finish.
- Serve immediately, or for best flavor and a chilled experience, refrigerate the salad for 15-30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For optimal texture, select crisp apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji. To prevent browning, especially if preparing ahead, you can lightly toss the chopped apples with a small amount of lemon juice. While fat-free yogurt is specified, consider a high-quality Greek yogurt for added protein and a richer mouthfeel; adjust sweetness if needed. For an enhanced nutty flavor, lightly toast the walnuts in a dry pan for a few minutes until fragrant before adding to the salad. Ensure all ingredients are well-chilled for a refreshing finish. This salad benefits from a brief refrigeration period (15-30 minutes) to allow flavors to meld.