Handkäse Salad with Apple and Walnut (Handkäse Salat mit Apfel und Walnuss)

Handkäse Salat mit Apfel und Walnuss is a traditional dish from Rhenish-Hessian cuisine, featuring the tangy flavors of Handkäse cheese, the sweetness of apples, and the crunch of walnuts. This salad is perfect as a light and refreshing meal or as a side dish for a hearty German feast.

Handkäse Salad with Apple and Walnut (Handkäse Salat mit Apfel und Walnuss)

Ingredients

  • 200g Handkäse cheese, cubed
  • 2 apples, thinly sliced
  • 100g walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the Handkäse cheese, apples, walnuts, and red onion.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Let the salad marinate for 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
10g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl Whisk

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Handkäse Salat mit Apfel und Walnuss as a side dish with grilled sausages or enjoy it as a light lunch with a slice of crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For an extra flavor boost, sprinkle some fresh herbs like parsley or chives on top of the salad before serving.

Cost

$10