Description

This Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad combines crisp apples, fresh broccoli, crunchy nuts, and a creamy honey dressing for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. A refreshing, healthy side dish ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups broccoli florets, chopped
1 large Honeycrisp apple, diced with skin
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (toasted, optional)
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 pepper to taste

Instructions

Wash and dry broccoli thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
Dice Honeycrisp apple into small cubes, leaving skin on. Finely dice red onion.
Toast nuts in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant (optional).
In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, apple, cranberries, nuts, onion, and cheese (if using).
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour dressing over salad ingredients and gently toss until evenly coated.
Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Use Honeycrisp apples for crunch and sweetness, but Gala, Fuji, or Braeburn also work. Chill for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. For lighter dressing, replace half the mayo with Greek yogurt.

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, fall salad, healthy side dish