Description
A fresh and crunchy broccoli salad loaded with sweet Honeycrisp apples, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and a creamy honey apple cider dressing, perfect as a healthy and vibrant side dish.
Ingredients
Salad
- 5 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, diced
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced
Dressing
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the chopped broccoli florets, diced Honeycrisp apples, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and finely diced red onion until evenly incorporated.
- Prepare the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended.
- Dress the salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Chill the salad: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the salad to become crisp and refreshing.
- Serve: Toss the salad again before serving and enjoy it chilled for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Bacon bits can be added for extra flavor and a smoky crunch.
- For maximum crunch and freshness, it is best served the same day.
- If preferred, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
