Description
A refreshing and crunchy Broccoli Cashew Salad featuring fresh apples and pears, complemented by toasted cashews and dried cranberries, tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, and lemon juice. Perfect as a light side dish for gatherings or a wholesome snack.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 5 cups broccoli florets (chopped into small bites)
- 1 large apple (cored and diced)
- 1 large pear (firm, cored and diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (diced)
- 1 cup cashews (toasted or roasted)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or kefir or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup honey (softened or warmed)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the chopped broccoli florets, diced apple, diced pear, diced red onion, toasted or roasted cashews, and dried cranberries. This forms the flavorful and textured base of the salad.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream (or kefir or Greek yogurt), lemon juice, softened or warmed honey, and salt. Ensure the honey is runny to blend easily, and whisk until the dressing is smooth and well combined. Adjust salt to taste if necessary.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently stir everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the creamy dressing, ensuring every bite is flavorful.
Notes
- For a healthier alternative, substitute mayonnaise and sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- Use firm pears to maintain the salad's crisp texture.
- Toast cashews lightly to enhance their flavor.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste for sweetness preference.
- Serve chilled for best flavor and freshness.
