Description
Broccoli Apple Crunch Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors. This delightful salad brings together crisp broccoli florets, juicy Honeycrisp apples, tart dried cranberries, and toasted nuts for an explosion of taste in every bite. Ideal for summer barbecues or as a nutritious lunch option, this versatile salad can be enjoyed alone or as a side to grilled proteins. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether served at a festive gathering or as part of a healthy meal, Broccoli Apple Crunch Salad is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ⅓ cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- ¼ cup red onion
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
- 1½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Black pepper and salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and chop the broccoli into small pieces.
- Core and dice the apple; toss with lemon juice if prepping ahead.
- Toast nuts in a dry skillet over low heat for 3–4 minutes.
- Thinly slice the red onion and cube/shred cheese if using.
- In a bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Combine broccoli, apple, cranberries, nuts, onion, and cheese in a large bowl. Pour dressing over and mix gently.
- Chill for 20–30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg