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Apple and Fresh Basil Salad
Macros / Serving Size
Protein 1 g | Fat 4 g | Carbs 36 g
% Calories of Macros / Serving Size
Calories 175 | Protein 3 % | Fat 18 % | Carbs 79 %
Nutrients / Serving Size
Fiber 4 g | Sodium 45 mg | Sat. Fat 0 g
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 3-4 medium-sized Honey crisp, Pink Lady, Fuji, or Gala apples
- ¾ cup whole fresh basil leaves, lightly packed
- ½ cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup golden raisins
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- Dash of salt to taste
Directions
- Slice each apple into 8-10 slices, core removed and discarded.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl add the sliced apples, sliced onion, peanuts, and raisins and toss gently.
- Whisk together the honey, vinegar, oil and salt and then drizzle over the apple salad.
Tips
- To make this a hearty meal, place ½ of the salad on a plate and top with your favorite cooked lean protein such as 3 oz. of cooked chicken, skin removed.
- Consider sprinkling just a tiny bit of blue or feta cheese on each serving for an even more interesting taste profile.