Easy Fresh Apple Walnut Charoset Recipe Perfect for Passover 2024
A fresh and easy take on traditional charoset featuring crisp apples, toasted walnuts, and warm spices, perfect for Passover celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Jewish
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium-sized fresh apples, peeled and finely chopped (Granny Smith recommended)
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons sweet red wine (optional; can substitute with grape juice for a kid-friendly version)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Peel and finely chop the apples into small, uniform 1/4-inch pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sweet red wine (or grape juice), honey or maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt until well combined.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine chopped apples and cooled toasted walnuts. Pour the dressing over and gently toss to coat evenly without bruising the apples.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and keep the charoset crisp.
- Before serving, stir and taste; adjust sweetness or spice as needed.
Notes
Toast walnuts carefully to avoid bitterness. Chilling the charoset for at least 30 minutes enhances flavor. Use fresh lemon juice to prevent apple browning. For nut-free version, substitute walnuts with toasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds. Adjust sweetness after chilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup (60 gr
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
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