Description
A refreshing and crunchy Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad that combines crisp broccoli, sweet and tart Honeycrisp apples, dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and red onion, all tossed in a creamy honey-mustard dressing. This salad is perfect as a side dish or for potlucks and brings a delightful balance of flavors and textures that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, diced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the chopped broccoli, diced Honeycrisp apple, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese if you are using it. This will create the base of your salad with a great variety of flavors and textures.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined. This creamy and sweet dressing will perfectly complement the salad components.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything thoroughly so that all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing, ensuring each bite is flavorful.
- Chill to Meld Flavors: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the overall taste and texture of the salad.
Notes
- Omit the cheddar cheese to keep the salad dairy-free.
- For added crunch, substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds.
- You can prepare the salad a few hours in advance for convenience but add nuts just before serving to maintain crunchiness.
- Adjust the honey quantity in the dressing to taste for more or less sweetness.
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or as a refreshing side to a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
