Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad

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Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 5 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 Honeycrisp apple apples, diced
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ⅓ cup red onion, finely sliced
  • ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • ⅓ cup sunflower seeds
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

For the Dressing

  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the salad

In a large bowl combine:

  • Broccoli florets
  • Diced apples
  • Dried cranberries
  • Red onion
  • Bacon
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Cheddar cheese if using

2. Make the dressing

Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.

3. Toss and chill

Pour dressing over salad and toss until evenly coated.

Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.

Instructions

1. Prepare the salad

In a large bowl combine:

  • Broccoli florets
  • Diced apples
  • Dried cranberries
  • Red onion
  • Bacon
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Cheddar cheese if using

2. Make the dressing

Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.

3. Toss and chill

Pour dressing over salad and toss until evenly coated.

Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.

Tips

  • Blanch broccoli for 30 seconds if you prefer a softer texture.
  • Add chopped pecans or almonds for extra crunch.
  • Use turkey bacon for a lighter version.
  • Best served chilled.

This salad is crisp, sweet, savory, and perfect for potlucks, lunches, or holiday tables.

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