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Apples in the kitchen: 5 surprising recipes for sweet and savoury

13 March 2025

Apples are not only delicious as a snack or in a classic apple pie, but they can shine in many more dishes. Whether you are looking for a fresh side dish or a surprising main dish, this versatile fruit adds a unique flavour and texture to both sweet and savoury meals. In this blog, you will discover five surprising recipes in which apples play a starring role. These dishes show how to use apples in creative ways in the kitchen!
<h1>Apples in the kitchen: 5 surprising recipes for sweet and savoury</h1>

Brown bean dish with apple leek curry

Main course

10 - 20 minutes

Discover a new dish in the kitchen with the brown bean dish. This recipe combines the creamy texture of brown beans with the fresh sweetness of apple and the spiciness of curry. The leeks add a subtle savoury flavour, while the curry gives the dish an exotic touch. Perfect as a nutritious meal full of fibre and protein, and easy to prepare.

This recipe contains 250 grams of vegetables and 65 grams of fruit per person.

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Purple pointed cabbage salad with apple, nuts and goat cheese

Main course

10 - 20 minutes

This colourful purple pointed cabbage salad with apple, nuts and goat cheese is a party on your plate. The crunchy pointed cabbage forms a delicious contrast with the fresh apple and creamy goat cheese, while the addition of nuts provides a nice bite. The combination of sweet, savoury and crunchy makes this salad an ideal choice for those who love healthy and tasty dishes!

In case there is no purple pointed cabbage in the shop, you can of course also prepare this recipe with a green pointed cabbage.

This recipe contains 200 grams of vegetables and 35 grams of fruit per person.

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Apple slices with nut butter, banana, cinnamon and hemp seeds

Intermediate snack

0 - 10 minutes

These apple slices with nut butter, banana, cinnamon and hemp seeds are a perfect snack for those looking for a healthy and delicious snack. Juicy apples form the base and are enriched with creamy nut butter and the natural sweetness of banana. A pinch of cinnamon adds a spicy flavour, while the hemp seeds provide a subtle crunch.

This recipe contains 86 grams of fruit per person.

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Apple oatmeal muffins

Dessert/intermediate

30 - 60 minutes

These apple oatmeal muffins are the perfect combination of healthy and delicious. With the fresh sweetness of apple and the nutritious power of oatmeal, these muffins are ideal as breakfast, dessert or snack. Not only are they easy to make, they are also packed with fibre and taste delicious warm from the oven.

This recipe contains 135 grams of fruit per person.

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Apple trifle

Dessert

0 - 10 minutes

This delicious apple trifle is a festive dessert perfect for any occasion. Layers of fresh apple, creamy filling and crunchy toppings make this a real treat. The combination of soft and crunchy textures, along with the slight sweetness of the apple, create a fresh twist on the classic trifle.

This recipe contains 75 grams of fruit per person.

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