Description
This Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad is a delightful blend of fresh broccoli, sweet Honeycrisp apples, tangy dried cranberries, and crunchy sunflower seeds, all tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. It’s a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a refreshing and nutritious salad choice.
Ingredients
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Broccoli Salad:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds or chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, apple, cranberries, red onion, sunflower seeds, and cheddar cheese.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Toss: Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well to coat evenly.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- You can swap sunflower seeds for chopped almonds or pecans for a different crunch.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the cheese and use a plant-based yogurt alternative in the dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
