Aug 29 2026
RestaurantsFreelance Cafe & Wine BarFuji Apple Salad Recipe

Fuji Apple Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Mixed Baby Greens, Toasted Almonds, Feta Cheese Mustard Vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad

Method

Salad

  1. 1

    Prepare apples

    Wash and core the Fuji apples. Slice into 1/8- to 1/4-inch thin wedges or half-moons. Toss the slices immediately with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice in a small bowl to prevent browning; set aside.

  2. 2

    Slice onion

    Peel and very thinly slice the red onion. Separate slices into rings or chiffonade and place in a small bowl of cold water for 5 minutes if you want to mellow the bite; drain and pat dry.

  3. 3

    Assemble greens

    Place 6 cups mixed baby greens into a large salad bowl or divide evenly among 4 plates (about 1.5 cups per serving).

  4. 4

    Add toppings

    Scatter the dressed apple slices, toasted sliced almonds (1 cup), crumbled feta (3 oz), and the drained red onion over the greens evenly.

Mustard Vinaigrette

  1. 5

    Combine dressing ingredients

    In a small bowl or jar combine 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 tablespoon finely minced shallot, 3 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Whisk to combine.

  2. 6

    Emulsify

    While whisking vigorously, slowly drizzle in 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil until the dressing is fully emulsified and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning: add more honey for sweetness, more vinegar for brightness, or a pinch more salt if needed.

  3. 7

    Dress salad

    Right before serving, drizzle about 3 to 4 tablespoons of vinaigrette over the assembled salad (reserve leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 5 days). Toss gently to coat the greens and distribute toppings. Add additional dressing to taste.

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