Armenian Apricot Salad

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Armenian Apricot Salad

This vibrant Armenian Apricot Salad is a delightful medley of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors that captures the essence of summer. With fresh apricots, crisp salad greens, and creamy feta, each bite is a burst of freshness. This salad is not only visually appealing but also a testament to Armenian culinary tradition, where apricots are celebrated for their sweetness and health benefits. Perfect as a side dish for summer barbecues or as a light lunch on a warm day, this salad will transport your taste buds to the sun-drenched orchards of Armenia.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • Fresh apricots (4, pitted and sliced)
  • Mixed salad greens (4 cups)
  • Red onion (1/2, thinly sliced)
  • Feta cheese (1 cup, crumbled)
  • Walnuts (1/2 cup, toasted and roughly chopped)
  • Olive oil (3 tablespoons)
  • Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
  • Honey (1 tablespoon)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apricots, mixed salad greens, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted walnuts.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl, and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  4. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or light lunch.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 18g • Protein: 6g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 8g