Description
A refreshing and crunchy Honeycrisp Broccoli Salad combining crisp broccoli florets, sweet and tart Honeycrisp apples, dried cranberries, and chopped roasted nuts, all tossed in a creamy honey and apple cider vinegar dressing. Perfect as a healthy side dish or light meal, this salad is chilled to enhance flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, diced with skin
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for apples)
Instructions
- Prep Broccoli: Wash and chop broccoli into small bite-sized florets. Optionally, dice the stems into small pieces for added texture.
- Prepare Apples: Core and dice Honeycrisp apples into chunks or thin slices. Toss them with optional lemon juice to prevent browning and maintain freshness.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and honey or maple syrup until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add broccoli florets, diced apples, dried cranberries, and chopped roasted nuts. Mix gently to combine.
- Add Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
- Serve: Optionally, top with extra nuts or cranberries before serving for added crunch and presentation.
Notes
- For best texture, use fresh broccoli and crunchy Honeycrisp apples.
- The salad can be prepared a few hours in advance and kept refrigerated.
- Lemon juice on apples prevents browning and keeps them looking fresh.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the dressing with more or less honey or maple syrup.
- Use your preferred nuts or a mix for varied flavor and texture.
- This salad tastes great served chilled, so do not skip the refrigeration step.
