⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Chill: 20 minutes (optional)
Serves: 4–6
🧾 Ingredients
Salad
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3 medium Honeycrisp apples, cored & diced
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1 cup seedless red or green grapes, halved
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½ cup celery, thinly sliced
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½ cup pecans, roughly chopped (toasted optional)
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⅓ cup dried cranberries
Creamy Dressing
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½ cup Greek yogurt (plain) or mayonnaise
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2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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½ tsp vanilla extract (optional but lovely)
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Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep produce
Dice apples and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
2️⃣ Toast pecans (optional)
Toast in dry pan over medium heat 3–4 minutes until fragrant. Cool.
3️⃣ Make dressing
In a bowl, whisk yogurt/mayo, honey, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
4️⃣ Assemble salad
In a large bowl, combine apples, grapes, celery, pecans, and cranberries.
5️⃣ Dress
Pour dressing over salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
6️⃣ Chill & serve
Refrigerate 15–30 minutes for best flavor, or serve immediately.
⭐ Tips for Best Results
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Use Honeycrisp for the perfect sweet-crunch balance
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Toasting pecans adds deep flavor
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Add lemon immediately to apples to keep them bright
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Chill slightly before serving for crisp texture
🔥 Delicious Variations
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Add mini marshmallows for classic potluck style
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Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds
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Add chicken for a protein salad meal
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Use light mayo or yogurt for a healthier version
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes — best within 12 hours for crisp apples.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Use vegan mayo or coconut yogurt.
Q: How long does it last?
A: Up to 2 days refrigerated.
Q: Is this Weight Watchers friendly?
A: Yes — use Greek yogurt and reduce nuts for lower points.
WW Points (Per Serving – makes 6 servings)
Using Greek Yogurt Dressing
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WW US: 3–4 points
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WW UK: 3–4 points
Using Regular Mayonnaise
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WW US: 6–7 points
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WW UK: 6–7 points
(Main points come from pecans, cranberries, and honey.)