This cranberry apple salad has it all. The crunch of the apples and walnuts, the pops of tartness from the cranberries and the sweetness from the grapes. And, the cinnamon gives the salad a warm and comforting taste. Plus it only takes minutes to make.
This 5 minute Cranberry Apple Salad is a wholesome and healthy snack idea! It is wonderful for a healthy breakfast or snack to start day or whenever you need a healthy boost.
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What We Love About This Recipe
This is the best recipe for crunchy apples. What are the best apples for eating? Granny Smith apples are great but find a list here. This recipe is perfect after heavy Christmas or Thanksgiving meals.
- 5 Minute Meal: Quick, easy and nutritious.
- Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry or fridge. Only a few easy ingredients.
- Adaptable: Can make with different flavors of yogurt.
- Makes Great Leftovers: This salad recipe makes great leftovers.
Ingredient Notes
- Apple: Peel, sliced and chopped apple slices.
- Grapes: seedless grapes, halved. Green, red or purple grapes.
- Cranberries: dried.
- Yogurt: Any variety that you like.
Variations and Substitutions
- Nuts – Pecans, walnuts or almonds all work for this easy salad.
- Apples:- You can replace the apples with pears or other fruit.
- Cranberries – Try using pomegranate seeds.
How to Make Dried Cranberry Salad
These are the basic steps for making apple cranberry salad . Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions, nutrition information etc. Check out Pinterest for more.
STEP 1: COMBINE
First, prepare the fruit and then combine all the ingredients in a large bowl. Then stir until combined.
STEP 2: SPRINKLE
Finally, Sprinkle with cinnamon and extra chopped walnuts.
Prep and Storage Tips for Cranberry Apple Salad
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
Once prepared, this salad should remain good in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE
Store in the airtight container in the fridge.
HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE
Of course, you can freeze this apple cranberry salad, however it will change the consistency and textures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Try using a dairy alternative yogurt such as almond yogurt or cashew yogurt.
Truly, it is great on top of greens such as romaine lettuce, arugula or spinach. Add a dash of black pepper and red onion.
Of course, make a small bowl for one person or make a platter for brunch.
Yes, try feta cheese, goat cheese, blue cheese or any other creamy cheese.
Expert Tips for Making This Recipe
- Add Protein: Try chicken or turkey to this recipe. Or top with some bacon bits.
- Short cut tip: This is a gluten free recipe. And can be easily made vegan.
- Variation tip: Drizzle with a little honey for an elevated flavor.
- Alternate ingredient: Try some orange sections or use a little citrus zest for this dish.
What to Serve with Cranberry Apple Salad
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Cranberry Apple Salad
Ingredients
- 1 pieces apple, peeled and chopped into bite size
- 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoons walnuts, chopped
- 1 cup Yoplait vanilla yogurt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in large bowl.
- Stir until combined.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon and extra chopped walnuts
Expert Tips
- Add Protein: Try chicken or turkey to this recipe. Or top with some bacon bits.
- Short cut tip: This is a gluten free recipe. And can be easily made vegan.
- Variation tip: Drizzle with a little honey for an elevated flavor.
- Alternate ingredient: Try some orange sections or use a little citrus zest for this dish.
Great recipe!
Thanks so much for sharing your yummy recipe! I got the link when you posted on FB!
Happy to share! I have this salad at least 3x per week. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Instead of walnuts, why not try granola? It would add great crunch! In fact, I think I’m going to try that today!
Hey Chris,
This receipe sounds great, but as you know I can’t eat walnuts. Any suggestions of what I could substitute instead of walnuts? I would rather substitute something else in their place instead of just leaving out an ingredient.
See you soon!