Manchego, Apple and Almond Salad With Honey-Lemon Vinaigrette

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Manchego, Apple and Almond Salad With Honey-Lemon Vinaigrette
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Prep

15 min

Cook

No Cook

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons honey
1 lemon , juice of
salt and pepper , to taste
1 tablespoon water
3 tablespoons olive oil , divided
1 endive , rinsed , cored , cut into 1-inch pieces ( red or green )
1 head red leaf lettuce , washed , dried and torn into bite-size pieces
3 braeburn apples or 3 granny smith apples , cored , cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/3 lb manchego cheese , cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3/4 cup salted marcona almonds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
342
Sugar
17g
Fat
27g
This Manchego, Apple and Almond Salad With Honey-Lemon Vinaigrette is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of endive, red leaf lettuce, apples, manchego cheese and marcona almonds gives this salad a great flavor and texture. The honey-lemon vinaigrette adds a tangy sweetness that complements the natural flavors of the salad ingredients. This salad is easy to make and can be served as an appetizer or a light lunch. Its refreshing and flavorful taste is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, salt, pepper, water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until well combined.
2.In a large bowl, combine endive, red leaf lettuce, apples, manchego cheese and marcona almonds.
3.Drizzle the honey-lemon vinaigrette over the top of the salad and toss gently to coat.
4.Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top of the salad and serve immediately.

PROS

This salad is full of healthy ingredients and provides a good source of protein, fiber and vitamins.

The honey-lemon vinaigrette adds a sweet and tangy flavor that brings out the natural flavors of the salad ingredients.

CONS

Some people may not like the taste of endive or red leaf lettuce.

This salad may not be filling enough as a main course and may need to be paired with another dish for a complete meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Endive contains a good amount of folate, which is important for healthy cell growth and development.
The apples in this salad provide a good source of fiber and vitamin C, both of which support a healthy immune system.
The almonds in this salad are high in healthy fats, protein and fiber, which can help reduce the risk of heart disease.

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