Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad with crisp Honeycrisp apples, broccoli, dried cranberries, nuts, and a tangy creamy dressing — perfect as a light side dish or snack.
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, diced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
- For the dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, diced Honeycrisp apple, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, red onion, and shredded cheddar (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge for up to a day.
- Feel free to adjust the nuts and cheese to your preference, or leave out the cheese for a dairy‑free version.
- If you prefer a sweeter salad, you can add more honey to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 to 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
