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Broccoli Apple Crunch Salad

Zesty Broccoli Apple Crunch Salad for a Fresh Flavor Boost

Discover the refreshing Broccoli Apple Crunch Salad, a no-cook recipe that combines vibrant vegetables and sweet apples for a nutritious treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Broccoli Chopped into small, bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large Honeycrisp Apple Diced into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Can substitute with raisins or chopped dates
  • 1/2 cup Pecans or Walnuts Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Optional, cubed or shredded
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Plain Greek Yogurt Use Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Can replace with white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • to taste Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • cutting board
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the broccoli thoroughly under cold water and chop it into small florets.
  2. Core and dice the Honeycrisp apple into cubes, optional to toss with lemon juice.
  3. Toast the pecans or walnuts in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, then coarsely chop.
  4. Thinly slice the red onion and cube or shred the sharp cheddar cheese.
  5. Whisk together mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, black pepper, and salt to create the dressing.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
  7. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 30 minutes if desired, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dress the salad just before serving to maintain the fresh crunch of the broccoli. Experiment with adding different fruits like grapes or pomegranate seeds for variation.

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