HONEYCRISP APPLE BROCCOLI SALAD Recipe
A refreshing and flavorful salad with crisp Honeycrisp apples, broccoli, dried cranberries, and a tangy dressing—perfect for a light side dish or a healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Broccoli Salad:
- 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)
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, diced Honeycrisp apple, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, red onion, and shredded cheddar (if using).
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toss and Coat: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge for up to a day.
- Feel free to adjust the nuts and cheese to your preference, or leave out the cheese for a dairy-free version.
- If you prefer a sweeter salad, you can add more honey to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4th to 1/6th of the recipe
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
