CINNAMON APPLE-NUT SALAD

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This sensational apple salad features lots of color, taste and texture. But don't wait for a party to enjoy it-treat your clan to this refreshing and tasty delight on weeknights, too. The cinnamon in the dressing is a fantastic accent to the crisp apples. -Jessica Lin, West Hartford, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 medium red apples, chopped
3 medium Granny Smith apples, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup plus 1-1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the apples, pecans, cranberries and onions. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over apple mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges