Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad
This vibrant and refreshing Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad combines crisp broccoli florets with sweet, crunchy Honeycrisp apples, paired with a creamy dressing and topped with toasted nuts. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish for dinner.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 cutting board
- 1 set measuring cups
- 1 set measuring spoons
- 1 salad serving bowl
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 medium Honeycrisp apples, cored and diced About 2 cups
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Greek yogurt Can substitute with sour cream.
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped and toasted For added crunch.
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Wash the broccoli florets and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the Honeycrisp apples and add them to the bowl with the broccoli.
- Shred the carrots and slice the red onion thinly before adding them to the mixing bowl as well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and apple cider vinegar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Just before serving, sprinkle the toasted walnuts or pecans over the salad for added crunch.
- Serve immediately in a salad serving bowl or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
You can substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream for a different flavor. Feel free to add ingredients like raisins or cranberries for extra sweetness. This salad can be made a few hours ahead of time but serve the nuts separately until just before serving to maintain their crunch.