Description
A fresh, crunchy broccoli salad combining the sweetness of apples and cranberries with the rich crunch of walnuts, all tossed in a creamy honey apple cider vinegar dressing. Perfect for a quick, nutritious side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Salad
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 apple, unpeeled and diced
- 1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In the bottom of a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine salad ingredients: Add the broccoli florets, dried cranberries, diced apple, chopped walnuts, diced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl with the dressing.
- Toss the salad: Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly to ensure the dressing evenly coats every piece, blending the flavors and textures.
- Serve or chill: Serve immediately for a slightly crisp texture or refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour to meld the flavors and soften the broccoli slightly before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider toasting the walnuts lightly before adding.
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead and kept chilled to enhance the taste.
- Adjust honey or vinegar quantity according to your preferred sweetness and tanginess.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter dressing option.
