Description

A vibrant and crunchy salad that marries the sweetness of Honeycrisp apples with fresh broccoli and a tangy, creamy dressing. Perfect as a side dish or for meal prep, this refreshing salad brings color and flavor to any table.

Ingredients

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4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 large Honeycrisp apple, diced
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup sunflower seeds (or toasted nuts)
1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into evenly sized, bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, diced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds. Toss to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and honey until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until everything is coated evenly. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld. Serve cold and enjoy.

Notes

You can prepare the ingredients ahead and mix them just before serving. Add a bit of mustard or lemon juice to the dressing for extra zest. This salad keeps well and tastes even better the next day.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: honeycrisp, broccoli, salad, healthy, apple salad