Crisp Apple and Walnut Mixed Green Salad
A vibrant side salad combining crisp red and green apples with toasted walnuts, crumbled feta, and fresh mixed greens tossed in a bright lemon dressing.
Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Karen + Lila
Karen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Toast the walnut halves in a dry…
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Toast the walnut halves in a dry…
Toast the walnut halves in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat immediately and set aside to cool.
Look for: fragrant and lightly browned
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Whisk together the extra virgin olive oil
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Look for: emulsified
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Place the mixed baby green leaves into…
Place the mixed baby green leaves into a large serving bowl.
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Core and thinly slice the red apple…
Core and thinly slice the red apple and green apple, adding them immediately to the bowl with the greens.
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Drizzle the lemon dressing evenly over the…
Drizzle the lemon dressing evenly over the salad and gently toss to combine.
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Top with the cooled toasted walnuts and…
Top with the cooled toasted walnuts and crumbled feta cheese right before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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