This fresh and vibrant apple blueberry salad is the perfect mix of sweet, tangy, creamy, and crunchy.

With crisp apples, creamy goat cheese (or bold gorgonzola), juicy blueberries, and toasted walnuts all tossed in a honey balsamic vinaigrette—it’s a beautiful salad for lunch, brunch, or a light dinner side.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Bursting with fresh, seasonal flavor

Only 6 core ingredients plus dressing

Beautiful presentation in under 10 minutes

Easy to customize with your favorite cheese or nuts

Ingredient Highlights

Spring mix: The delicate leafy base that pairs with everything

Apple slices: Crisp and slightly sweet (try Honeycrisp or Fuji)

Goat cheese or gorgonzola: Creamy, tangy contrast to fruit

Walnuts: Add crunch and depth

Blueberries: Bursts of juicy sweetness

Fresh parsley: Brings freshness and color

Honey balsamic vinaigrette: Sweet, tangy, and perfectly balanced

Pro Tips Before You Start

Thinly slice apples to make every bite balanced

Toast walnuts for 2–3 minutes for deeper flavor

Chill salad plates for a refreshing presentation

Use a light hand when tossing to keep ingredients whole

How to Make Apple Blueberry Salad

Step 1: Assemble the Base
Add spring mix to a large bowl or platter.

Gently layer on the apple slices, blueberries, goat cheese, chopped walnuts, and parsley.

Step 2: Dress and Serve
Drizzle with honey balsamic vinaigrette.

Toss lightly or serve dressing on the side. Serve immediately.

Serving Ideas

Add grilled chicken for a heartier meal

Serve alongside quiche, frittatas, or grilled sandwiches

Perfect for brunch buffets or picnic spreads

Variations & Substitutions

Swap goat cheese for feta or blue cheese

Try pecans or almonds instead of walnuts

Add pomegranate seeds for extra color

Use arugula or baby spinach as your base

Storage & Leftovers

Best enjoyed fresh—do not pre-dress

Store components separately up to 2 days

Refresh with a little lemon juice if needed before serving

FAQs

Can I make this ahead of time?
Assemble but wait to dress until right before serving.

What apples work best?
Sweet, crisp ones like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala.

Is there a dressing substitute?
A light lemon vinaigrette or raspberry dressing works too.

Can I make it vegan?
Yes! Use a dairy-free cheese and maple vinaigrette.

Do I need to peel the apples?
Nope! The skin adds texture and color.

Will frozen blueberries work?
Fresh is best here—they hold their shape and flavor.

What nuts are best toasted for this?
Walnuts or pecans are ideal, but slivered almonds work too.

Final Thoughts

This apple blueberry salad is light, lovely, and layered with flavors and textures that make every bite exciting.

It’s easy to prep, beautiful to serve, and perfect for any season.