Here’s a fresh, crunchy Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad that’s sweet, tangy, and great as a side dish 🥗🍎
Ingredients
Salad
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (bite-sized)
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, diced (leave the skin on)
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds or chopped walnuts/pecans
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Dressing
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1–2 tbsp honey (to taste)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the salad: In a large bowl, combine broccoli, diced Honeycrisp apple, cranberries, red onion, nuts/seeds, and cheese if using.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together yogurt (or mayo), honey, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine: Pour dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 20–30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve: Give it a quick stir before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For extra crunch, lightly blanch the broccoli for 30 seconds, then ice-bath it.
- Add cooked bacon bits if you want a smoky twist.
- Swap honey for maple syrup if you prefer.
If you want, I can make this dairy-free, vegan, or meal-prep friendly.