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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.

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 desired.
  4. Whisk mayonnaise, yogurt, honey, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Add broccoli, apples, onion, cranberries, and seeds to large bowl.
  6. Pour dressing over salad.
  7. Toss until evenly coated.
  8. Add bacon or cheese if using.
  9. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  10. Top with extra seeds before serving.
  11. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use Honeycrisp or Fuji apples for best crunch.
  • Add toppings just before serving for crisp 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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