Description
A crisp and refreshing salad combining crunchy broccoli, sweet Honeycrisp apples, shredded carrots, and a creamy tangy dressing for a perfectly balanced dish.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped small
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, chopped
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and cut the broccoli into small, bite-sized florets.
- Chop the Honeycrisp apples into cubes and toss with a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, apples, shredded carrots, red onion, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and cheddar cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix gently until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Stir before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- Swap cheddar with feta for a tangier flavor.
- Add chopped almonds or pecans for extra crunch.
- Use more Greek yogurt and less mayonnaise for a lighter version.
- Add grapes for additional sweetness.
- Other apple varieties like Fuji or Gala work well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
