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Apple Broccoli Salad

A crisp mix of Honeycrisp apples, tender broccoli florets, and toasted nuts tossed in a lemony, honey-kissed mayonnaise dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 pieces Honeycrisp apples, chopped Firm, tart-sweet varieties work best; substitute Fuji or Gala if needed.
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into small, bite-sized pieces Option to blanch florets for 30 seconds for milder texture.
  • 0.5 cup nuts, chopped Walnuts or almonds suggested; use toasted for extra flavor.
  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise Greek yogurt can replace for a tangier, lower-fat dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Prevents apple browning and brightens the dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon honey Maple syrup works as a vegan swap.
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and chop the apples into 1/2-inch pieces. Toss them with a teaspoon of extra lemon juice if you are prepping ahead to prevent browning.
  2. Trim the broccoli and cut into small florets so every bite has a good apple-to-broccoli ratio. If you prefer a milder broccoli texture, blanch florets for 30 seconds in boiling water, then shock in ice water and drain well.
  3. Roughly chop the nuts. Toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring, until fragrant. Cool before adding to the salad.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon honey, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples, broccoli florets, and chopped nuts. Pour the dressing over the mixture.
  2. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately for the crispiest texture or refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to let flavors marry.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g

Notes

For a brunch or potluck, plate it on a shallow dish and scatter extra toasted nuts on top for a pretty presentation. Serve this salad as a crunchy side with roasted chicken, grain bowls, or as part of a picnic spread.

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