A delightful and easy-to-make apple walnut salad that's perfect for any home cook. Fresh apples, crunchy walnuts, creamy feta cheese, and juicy strawberries come together with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette for a satisfying and flavorful experience.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, and 2 teaspoons maple syrup to make the dressing. Set aside.
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Rinse and thoroughly dry baby spinach using a salad spinner.
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Rinse, wipe and slice the apples into wedges or cubes.
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Hull the strawberries and halve them.
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In a large bowl, combine baby spinach, apples, strawberries, chopped walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
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Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
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Add salt and pepper to taste.
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Top the salad with basil leaves and serve immediately.
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Optionally, mix 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar with 1 teaspoon of maple syrup and drizzle over the salad just before eating.