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Fuji Apple Salad

A delightful medley of crisp apples, dried cranberries, and feta cheese in a refreshing salad that's perfect for a quick meal or a light dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 cups Lettuce (Red salad bowl & Flashy Lettuce)
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (50 percent reduced sugar)
  • 1/2 ounce pecans Toast for more flavor.
  • 25 g red onion
  • 50 g apple slices
  • 1/4 cup fat-free feta cheese
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 tablespoon Panera Fuji Apple Salad Dressing Or use a sweet dressing like poppyseed.
  • Dried apple chips Optional.
  • Gorgonzola cheese Optional.
  • Tomatoes Optional.
  • Cooked chicken (for topping) Optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, dried cranberries, pecans, red onion, apple slices, and feta cheese.
  2. If you want to enhance the salad, add in the dried apple chips, Gorgonzola cheese, and tomatoes.
  3. For a protein boost, top with cooked chicken as desired.
  4. Drizzle the Panera Fuji Apple Salad Dressing or your choice of sweet dressing over the top.
  5. Toss everything gently to combine, and serve immediately for the best flavor.

Notes

To keep your Fuji Apple Salad fresh, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Best enjoyed within a couple of days. For a more flavorful salad, consider toasting the pecans before adding them. Add quinoa or seasonal fruits for creative twists.