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Honeycrisp Broccoli Salad

Honeycrisp Broccoli Salad
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Honeycrisp Broccoli Salad is a fresh, flavorful, and visually stunning salad that combines the crunch of fresh broccoli with the crisp sweetness of Honeycrisp apples, all tossed in a tangy, sweet creamy dressing. It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, and weeknight dinners, featuring vibrant colors, contrasting textures, and a harmonious balance of flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, bite-sized
  • 2 Honeycrisp apples, cored and diced
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or chopped nuts
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the broccoli and apples: Wash the broccoli and cut into bite-sized florets. Core the Honeycrisp apples and dice them into small pieces for even distribution throughout the salad.
  2. Slice the red onion: Thinly slice the red onion for mild, savory flavor and color. Rinse under cold water if you prefer to reduce sharpness.
  3. Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended to create a creamy, tangy dressing.
  4. Toss all ingredients together: In a large bowl, combine broccoli, apples, sliced red onion, sunflower seeds or nuts, and dried cranberries. Pour the dressing over and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Chill before serving: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the broccoli to soften slightly while maintaining its crunch.

Notes

  • Use fresh, firm broccoli and crisp Honeycrisp apples free from bruises for the best crunch.
  • Chill the salad to improve flavor and texture before serving.
  • Cut all ingredients uniformly for balanced bites.
  • Add nuts or seeds just before serving if preparing ahead to keep them crunchy.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the dressing by modifying honey or vinegar amounts to suit your taste.

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