Description
Elevate your salad experience with this Scrumptious Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad, a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. This vibrant dish pairs crisp Honeycrisp apples with fresh broccoli, creating a nutritious and colorful salad that’s perfect for any occasion. Ideal as a light lunch, side dish, or potluck favorite, its crunchy texture and deliciously balanced taste will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Honeycrisp apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup creamy dressing (yogurt or mayonnaise mixed with vinegar)
Instructions
- Wash broccoli thoroughly and cut into bite-sized florets. Core and slice the Honeycrisp apples.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced red onion for 2-3 minutes until slightly translucent.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli florets, sliced apples, sautéed red onion, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the creamy dressing ingredients until smooth; season to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg