Welcome to a delightful journey of flavors and textures with our broccoli apple salad recipe! This dish combines the crispness of fresh broccoli, the sweetness of juicy apples, and the tanginess of a homemade dressing for a refreshing and nutritious salad that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a healthy side dish or a light lunch option, this recipe has you covered. Let’s dive in!
Ingredients:
– 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
– 2 medium apples, diced (choose your favorite variety)
– 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
– 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the broccoli by washing it thoroughly and cutting it into bite-sized florets. Place the florets in a large mixing bowl.
2. Add the diced apples, chopped red onion, dried cranberries or raisins, and chopped nuts (if using) to the bowl with the broccoli.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and apple cider vinegar until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture in the large bowl.
5. Gently toss the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the broccoli to soften slightly.
7. Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve chilled and enjoy the crisp and refreshing flavors of this broccoli apple salad!
Tips:
– To add extra crunch to your salad, consider toasting the chopped nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes before adding them to the salad.
– If you prefer a sweeter salad, you can increase the amount of honey in the dressing or add a sprinkle of brown sugar to the salad mixture.
– This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just wait to add the dressing until you’re ready to serve to prevent the salad from becoming too soggy.
– Feel free to customize this salad to suit your taste preferences by adding additional ingredients such as shredded carrots, diced bell peppers, or sliced grapes.
– For a dairy-free version, you can substitute the Greek yogurt with a dairy-free yogurt alternative or increase the amount of mayonnaise in the dressing.
