Apple and Date Salad
This salad is inspired by Charoset (ka-ROW-set), a chopped apple and walnut dish that is traditionally served during Passover Seder. You can substitute the walnuts for pistachios or pecans, or make it nut-free. The crushed matzo adds a nice crunch, but if you don't have it, and aren't making this dish kosher for Passover, you can add croutons or lightly crushed crackers.
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Serves6 (servings)
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups baby spinach (or salad green of choice, like arugula or spring mix)
- 2 medium apples cored and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pitted and chopped dates (or raisins)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup crushed matzo crackers for serving
Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar, honey, mustard, and cinnamon. Season with salt and pepper. Add the oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly to emulsify.
- Add the spinach (or greens of choice) to a large bowl. Add half of salad dressing and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
- To the bowl with remaining dressing, add the apples, dates (or raisins), and walnuts. Toss to combine. Spoon apple mixture over dressed salad mix. Top with the matzo crackers and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
If making ahead, make the vinaigrette and chop the nuts and fruit. Assemble the salad just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Apple and Date Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 391
Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g
28%
Saturated Fat 2g
10%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 64mg
3%
Potassium 416mg
12%
Total Carbohydrates 57g
19%
Dietary Fiber 5g
20%
Sugars 34g
Protein 5g
10%
Vitamin A
38%
Vitamin C
15%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
4%
Iron
11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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