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Broccoli Apple Salad: Best Fresh Creamy Recipe

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Broccoli Apple Salad is a fresh creamy side dish made with crunchy broccoli, crisp apples, sweet cranberries, and flavorful dressing. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, meal prep lunches, summer cookouts, and easy family dinners.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 5 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 medium crisp apples diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion diced
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup bacon bits optional
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar optional
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash broccoli thoroughly and chop into small florets.
  2. Dice apples into bite-sized cubes.
  3. Toss apples with lemon juice if making ahead.
  4. Whisk mayonnaise, yogurt, honey, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Add broccoli, apples, onion, cranberries, and seeds to a large bowl.
  6. Pour dressing over salad.
  7. Toss until evenly coated.
  8. Add bacon or cheddar if desired.
  9. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  10. Stir and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use Honeycrisp or Fuji apples for best crunch.
  • Add toppings before serving for best texture.
  • Use Greek yogurt for lighter dressing.
  • Store leftovers up to 3 days refrigerated.
  • Do not freeze.
  • Adjust sweetness with extra honey if desired.
  • Add nuts for extra crunch.
  • Great with grilled chicken or sandwiches.

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