Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad Recipe
A refreshing and crunchy Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad combining crisp broccoli florets, sweet Honeycrisp apples, tart dried cranberries, crunchy nuts, and a creamy honey vinaigrette dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a vibrant side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 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, mix together the chopped broccoli florets, diced Honeycrisp apple, dried cranberries, chopped pecans or walnuts, finely diced red onion, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese if using.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Toss Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill to Meld Flavors: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to combine and the salad to chill.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans or walnuts or substitute with seeds like sunflower seeds.
- The sharp cheddar cheese adds a nice tang, but you can leave it out for a lighter salad.
- Make sure to dice the Honeycrisp apple just before mixing to prevent browning, or toss apple pieces in a little lemon juice if preparing ahead.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Keywords: Honeycrisp apple salad, broccoli salad, healthy side dish, no-cook salad, easy lunch recipe
