Description

This Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad combines crisp broccoli florets, sweet apples, crunchy nuts, and a creamy honey dressing for a nutrient-packed dish that stays fresh and even improves with time. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or healthy family dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
1 large Honeycrisp apple, diced with skin
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (toasted)
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Instructions

Wash and thoroughly dry broccoli florets, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
Dice Honeycrisp apple into 1/2-inch cubes, leaving skin intact.
In a large bowl, combine broccoli, apple, cranberries, nuts, onion, and cheese (if using).
In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour dressing over salad base and toss gently to coat evenly.
Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving for flavors to develop.

Notes

Thoroughly dry broccoli to avoid watery dressing. Swap nuts for sunflower seeds for nut-free option. Use half Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Calories: 220
Sugar: 19g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: apple broccoli salad, Honeycrisp salad, healthy salad, broccoli side dish