Description

This Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad combines fresh broccoli, crisp Honeycrisp apples, and a tangy-sweet dressing, offering a refreshing and healthy twist to your usual salad routine.

Ingredients

2 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces

1 Honeycrisp apple, cored and diced

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup sunflower seeds (or nuts of choice)

1/4 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon honey

Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Place them in a large bowl.
Core the Honeycrisp apple and dice it into small pieces. Add the apple to the broccoli.
Slice the red onion thinly and add it to the bowl.
Toss in the sunflower seeds (or nuts of choice), dried cranberries, and shredded cheddar cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Notes

For extra protein, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or bacon bits.
For a vegan option, substitute mayonnaise with a plant-based alternative and use dairy-free cheese.
If you prefer a different fruity twist, try adding pears, grapes, or strawberries.
To prevent apples from browning, toss them with a little lemon juice before adding to the salad.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 10mg