Description
Broccoli Apple Salad combines the crunchiness of fresh broccoli and apples with a creamy, tangy dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a vibrant side dish for any meal. It’s packed with flavors and textures, offering a delightful balance of sweet and savory.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 large apples, cored and diced (such as Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, apples, red onion, walnuts, dried cranberries, and carrots.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and sugar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise or use a combination of both.
- Add chicken or chickpeas to turn this side dish into a hearty main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Broccoli Apple Salad, Fresh Salad, Vegetarian, Picnic Salad, Healthy, Crunchy Salad