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    Salads » Apple Brie Salad

    Apple Brie Salad

    Published: Jan 8, 2016 · Modified: Mar 15, 2021 by Cathy Trochelman · 60 Comments

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    Apple Brie Salad is one of our favorite fall salads. It combines fresh, crisp apples with creamy Brie cheese....and the combination is to die for! If you're looking for a go-to fall salad that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or holiday gatherings, THIS IS IT!

    Apple Brie Salad

    So. I got called out the other day. By my brother in law....who follows me on Facebook....and was apparently complaining to my sister: "She posts all this delicious looking food on Facebook....and then brings SALAD to family get togethers." Oops.

    He's right - I do post a lot of delicious food. And I do bring a lot of salads to family get togethers! It's just that.... I love salad! It's one of my VERY favorite foods. And I sometimes forget that other people don't love it as much as I do.

    So what do I love so much about it? How about the fact that it's basically a blank canvas for ALL your favorite toppings!? Savory, sweet, crunchy, creamy - I love them all. And I love combining them in different ways!

    This Apple Brie Salad is the kind of salad I've been craving lately. Mostly sweet, a little bit savory, with plenty of different flavors and textures. And the BRIE! It's soooo good with the apples!! It kinda makes me want to add brie to all my salads. Are you with me?

    Close up of Apple Brie Salad

    WHAT INGREDIENTS ARE IN THIS RECIPE?

    • Mixed greens
    • Apples
    • Brie cheese
    • Dried cranberries
    • Chopped pecans
    • Green onions
    • Olive oil
    • Apple cider vinegar
    • Apple cider
    • Honey
    • Ground ginger
    • Pepper

    HOW DO YOU MAKE APPLE BRIE SALAD?

    1. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, chopped apple, sliced Brie, dried cranberries, pecans, and sliced green onions.
    2. In a small container with a lid, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, apple cider, honey, ginger, and pepper. Shake well.
    3. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.

    Dressing pouring on Apple Brie Salad

    WHAT KIND OF APPLES SHOULD YOU USE?

    I used Gala apples in my salad, but any crisp, sweet variety would work well. Other good options include Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Pink Lady. For a different flavor, you could also use a tart variety of apple such as Granny Smith.

    WHAT ARE SOME OTHER VARIATIONS OF THIS RECIPE?

    • Use chopped pears in place of the apples
    • Substitute feta or goat cheese in place of Brie cheese
    • Substitute walnuts or almonds in place of chopped pecans
    • Add additional dried fruit, such as dried cherries, apricots, or dried mandarins
    • Use honey mustard dressing in place of apple cider vinaigrette

    Overhead image of Apple Brie Salad

    So, there you have it. I'm all about salads, especially ones as delicious as this. Which is why I bring them to family get togethers (to share them)! But. My brother in law's complaint has been duly noted, and from now on, I'm making sure I have something cheesy or chocolatey in one hand, and the salad in the other.

    Apple Brie Salad in bowl with serving spoons

    YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY THESE DELICIOUS FALL SALADS!

    • Brussel Sprout Salad
    • Cranberry Apple Pecan Salad
    • Apple Walnut Salad
    • Pear, Walnut & Gorgonzola Salad
    • Apple Wedge Salad
    • Cranberry Orange Harvest Salad
    • Fall Harvest Salad

    AND BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR OTHER FAVORITES USING BRIE CHEESE!

    • Chicken Cranberry Brie Tartlets
    • Mushroom Marsala Baked Brie
    • Pumpkin Pecan Baked Brie
    • Apple Brie Turnovers
    • Brown Sugar Walnut Baked Brie

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    Apple Brie Salad

    Apple Brie Salad

    Yield: 8 -10
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes

    This Apple Brie Salad combines the crispness of apples with the creaminess of Brie cheese in a delicious salad that's perfect for winter!

    Ingredients

    • 1 bag, 5-6 oz. mixed greens
    • 4 oz. brie cheese, cut in 1 inch pieces
    • 1 large apple, cut in 1 inch pieces
    • ½ c. pecans
    • ½ c. dried cranberries
    • 4 green onions, chopped
    • For dressing:
    • ⅓ c. olive oil
    • ⅓ c. apple cider vinegar
    • 1 Tbsp. apple cider
    • 1 ½ Tbsp. honey
    • ¼ tsp. pepper
    • ¼ tsp. ginger

    Instructions

    1. Prepare salad by layering ingredients in a large salad bowl.
    2. Prepare dressing by combining all ingredients and shaking vigorously.
    3. Drizzle dressing over salad.
    Nutrition Information:
    Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1 grams
    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 259Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 131mgCarbohydrates: 23gFiber: 4gSugar: 16gProtein: 5g
    © Cathy Trochelman
    Collage image of Apple Brie Salad

    This Apple Brie Salad combines the crispness of apples with the creaminess of Brie cheese in a delicious salad that's perfect for winter!

    Baked Brie is simply delicious! And Martha Stewart makes a beautiful Baked Brie with Pecans!

     

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    1. Blair @ The Seasoned Mom

      January 08, 2016 at 1:32 pm

      Ahhh! What a beautiful salad! I love the combination of apple and brie on sandwiches, but I never thought to toss them together in a salad. I can't wait to try this new recipe. Looks amazing!

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 08, 2016 at 4:28 pm

        Thanks so much, Blair! It really was delicious!

        Reply
      • Donna Van Avery

        July 10, 2017 at 5:12 pm

        5 stars
        This was a totally amazing salad!! We ate outside on the lawn beautiful night! BUT there were 3 of us with beautiful breads, olive oil and Balsamic vinegar, and wine. We ate every single bite! I think to sere 8-10 you would need a much bigger salad! In less of course it was just a side dish.
        Right now with the summer weather entrée salads are high on the priority list. Thanks for that fabulous recipe!

        Reply
      • Ruth

        May 12, 2018 at 7:15 am

        Apple and brie grilled cheese sandwich

        Reply
    2. Kristyn

      January 08, 2016 at 5:07 pm

      This looks so good! Thanks for sharing! 🙂

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 09, 2016 at 10:12 am

        Thanks, Kristyn! It's a great salad for winter!

        Reply
    3. Ducks n a Row

      January 08, 2016 at 6:24 pm

      5 stars
      Cathy, this salad is just beautiful. I can hardly wait to try it!
      Sinea ♥

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 09, 2016 at 10:13 am

        Thanks so much, Sinea! We loved it!

        Reply
        • Cindy

          November 05, 2016 at 7:38 am

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          February 08, 2018 at 5:31 am

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          Reply
    4. Des @ Life's Ambrosia

      January 08, 2016 at 7:24 pm

      Apple and brie is one of my favorite combos. What a gorgeous salad you've made!

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 09, 2016 at 10:13 am

        It's one of my favorites too, Des! Thanks so much!

        Reply
    5. Heather | Heather Likes Food

      January 09, 2016 at 3:07 am

      5 stars
      This is a fav salad combo for me. Ill have to try your dressing option. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 09, 2016 at 10:15 am

        Thanks, Heather! I hope you give it a try!

        Reply
    6. Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama

      January 09, 2016 at 7:23 am

      Now this is my kind of salad! Love the added crunch from the pecans & apples. 🙂

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 09, 2016 at 10:15 am

        Thanks, Carrie! Every good salad needs some crunch, right? 🙂

        Reply
    7. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust

      January 09, 2016 at 9:21 pm

      I absolutely LOVE this!! Brie and apples are the best!!

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 11, 2016 at 11:18 pm

        Thanks, Dorothy! It's a great combo for sure! 🙂

        Reply
        • Betty

          January 01, 2018 at 8:57 am

          I can't wait to try this salad todsy!

          Reply
    8. Cookin Canuck

      January 10, 2016 at 6:18 pm

      This is what moderation is all about! I am a sucker for Brie cheese in every form, and love the idea of having some tastes of my favorite cheese while always munching on healthier ingredients.

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 11, 2016 at 11:19 pm

        Thanks so much! I feel like the brie tastes even better when it's surrounded by fruits & veggies!

        Reply
    9. Serene @ House of Yumm

      January 10, 2016 at 10:26 pm

      I love salads too! And this one looks perfect!

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 11, 2016 at 11:19 pm

        Thanks, Serene!

        Reply
    10. Jess

      January 11, 2016 at 12:58 pm

      This looks delicious and like you, I think it's a huge success if you can get the family on board with dinner salads! So I love feta and fruit, walnuts - and I love the flavors in this salad! Win win!

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 11, 2016 at 11:21 pm

        Thanks, Jess! I feel like I would love any salad combination of fruit, nuts, and cheese. It's fun experimenting!

        Reply
    11. Jessica @ Sprinkle Some Sugar

      January 13, 2016 at 8:16 am

      This salad is gorgeous! I'm making this to go with dinner this week for sure. I can eat salads like these for every meal!

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        January 17, 2016 at 11:42 am

        SAME, Jessica! I'm such a salad lover! Thank you!

        Reply
    12. Valérie

      June 10, 2016 at 2:13 am

      Hi Jessica,
      A combination of apple and brie, it sounds just this like "wow" in my head !!! Can't wait to taste it this week-end, event if it is summer now, I am sure it will be perfect!
      Thank you very much!

      Reply
    13. Char

      August 17, 2016 at 12:02 pm

      This was an easy delicious salad that even my 5- and 7-year-old grandchildren sampled. Nice light dressing. I will be making this again...a lot!

      Reply
    14. Josee soucy

      October 16, 2016 at 10:06 am

      How many servings and calories per serving???

      Reply
    15. Jane McClelland

      November 12, 2016 at 8:00 am

      I purchased a special bottle of fig jam to serve over the top of a warm Brie for this thanksgiving, but I have decided to make this salad instead! It looks amazing. I was wondering, since I have this $9.00 jar of jam, is there any way to incorporate it into the salad as well??? Would adding a couple of diced figs, if I can find them, be a nice addition, or just ruin the salad? I want to have this for Thanksgiving. I also am a newly diagnosed diabetic and want healthier choices to eat this year. Please help me to love the holidays once more! I'm tired of always breaking down and wanting to cancel the holidays!

      Reply
    16. Kristi Brewster

      November 22, 2016 at 10:03 pm

      Making this for Thanksgiving, it looks amazing!

      Reply
    17. So. Cal.

      November 26, 2016 at 11:17 pm

      5 stars
      Doubled this and made it for 10 for Thanksgiving. It was a hit. I added some Himalayan sea salt and extra olive oil to soften the bite of the vinegar. My brother-in-law was licking his bowl. Delicious!

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        December 01, 2016 at 5:21 pm

        So glad it was a hit! Thanks for letting me know!

        Reply
    18. Maia

      December 15, 2016 at 4:13 pm

      Hi! Do you cut off the rind of the brie or leave it on? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        December 18, 2016 at 5:05 pm

        I leave the rind on but you can feel free to cut it off if you don't like the flavor 🙂

        Reply
    19. Tanya

      March 12, 2017 at 2:11 pm

      I just made your salad today and it was so delicious . Everyone in my family loved it. Thank you so much

      Reply
    20. Diane

      July 28, 2017 at 12:30 pm

      5 stars
      Doubled your recipe for today's potluck at work and had several requests for your recipe. Delicious! Thanks!

      Reply
    21. Michele

      September 06, 2017 at 7:59 pm

      What kind of apples do you use?

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        October 05, 2017 at 9:27 am

        I used Gala apples.

        Reply
    22. Granny

      November 06, 2017 at 6:38 am

      For a nut-free family, what would be a good crunch substitute?

      Reply
    23. Sherry Shoemaker

      November 07, 2017 at 8:17 am

      Can I use spinach in this salad?

      Reply
    24. Heatherbelieves

      November 08, 2017 at 1:27 am

      Hi there! This salad looks delicious! I’ve never tried Brie before but I’d like to try it. If I don’t like it, is there a substitute cheese that you think would be good with this? Im

      Reply
      • Heatherbelieves

        November 08, 2017 at 1:30 am

        I’m thinking of trying Feta...what do you think?

        Reply
    25. Kim

      November 09, 2017 at 9:58 pm

      Can you make this in advance or do the apples brown?

      Reply
    26. Jeff Greer

      November 11, 2017 at 4:02 pm

      Made this tonight really liked it! I did make 2 just because changes I had an Asian pear so I subbed that for the apple and I had honey roasted pecans.

      Reply
    27. Hayley

      November 11, 2017 at 4:42 pm

      This salad looks absolutely amazing!! But I do have a question though....for us boring people who unfortunately are dairy intolerant and can't do the cheese, is there something else you would suggest as a good substitute for it??
      Thank you so much!

      Reply
    28. Tara

      November 12, 2017 at 12:14 pm

      4 stars
      I'm trying to have this for Thanksgiving.My question is can substitute pecans for walnuts and brie cheese for blue cheese thank you

      Reply
    29. Melody Mays

      November 18, 2017 at 12:24 am

      5 stars
      You will love the Brie!

      Reply
    30. Veronica

      November 20, 2017 at 5:15 pm

      What store bought dressing do you recommend? Thanks

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        November 22, 2017 at 4:16 pm

        I would recommend balsamic vinaigrette, poppy seed, or honey mustard!

        Reply
    31. Rita F McComas

      December 21, 2017 at 12:22 pm

      For the ginger in the dressing recipe, is it just dry ground ginger? Looks like something else in the video

      Reply
    32. Rebecca G.

      December 27, 2017 at 7:51 pm

      5 stars
      Do you happen to know the nutritional information for the salad?

      Reply
    33. Carole Darroch

      September 17, 2018 at 4:08 pm

      Question has already been asked but not answered, IS IT GROUND GINGER OR GRATED GINGER, please reply, thank you in advance.

      Reply
    34. Janaan Domeyer

      November 12, 2018 at 7:58 pm

      5 stars
      Fantastic recipe. I used ground ginger. Make sure to emulsify the dressing really well! The dressing kept for 3-4 days.

      Reply
    35. Evangeline

      March 31, 2019 at 5:01 pm

      5 stars
      I love this salad! It’s one of my regular go-to’s for my lunches at work. I use honey poppyseed dressing from the grocery store occasionally if I don’t feel like making dressing and it works well with this salad too! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    36. Gina Dwyer

      March 13, 2021 at 12:45 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this salad in a single serving for lunch, and it is delicious!! I used Feta and almonds instead of Brie and pecans, but can't wait to try it with Brie. Thank you for the recipe!!

      Reply

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