Description
Elevate your meals with the vibrant and nutritious Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad. This delightful dish brings together the sweet crunch of Honeycrisp apples and crisp broccoli, complemented by a creamy dressing that ties everything together. Perfect for fall gatherings, potlucks, or as a healthy side, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with vitamins and minerals. With the option to customize it to your taste—whether adding different nuts or swapping seasonal fruits—this salad is bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 large diced Honeycrisp apple
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 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 chopped broccoli, diced Honeycrisp apple, dried cranberries, chopped pecans or walnuts, and red onion. If desired, add shredded cheddar cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until well coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg