Description
This Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad is a delightful blend of crunchy broccoli, sweet Honeycrisp apples, and a tangy dressing, making it the perfect side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
4 cups broccoli florets
chopped
1 large Honeycrisp apple
diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1/4 cup red onion
finely diced
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, diced Honeycrisp apple, dried cranberries, chopped pecans or walnuts, red onion, and cheddar cheese if using.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat everything evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For added crunch, you can substitute the pecans or walnuts with your favorite nuts. This salad can be made a day in advance, just add the dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad, broccoli salad, apple salad, healthy salad, side dish