Every bite of this Broccoli Salad with Apples and Cranberries is full of great flavors and textures, which all compliment one another beautifully!
Broccoli salad is a very popular Spring/Summer side dish, and everyone usually has their own way of making it. I think, this is the best broccoli salad recipe! Simple. Delicious. Easy.
Broccoli
Broccoli has numerous health benefits like fiber, vitamin C, and calcium, so this recipe makes for a healthy option that you can prepare for a potluck, barbecue, or picnic. Read more about health benefits of the broccoli: “Broccoli 101: Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits”.
Dressing:
I love this creamy broccoli salad dressing and it’s super simple to make.
– Mayonnaise can be substituted with Miracle Whip if desired.
– I like to use honey but maple syrup will work too.
– To make this dressing healthier, substitute half of the mayonnaise for plain Greek yogurt.
– I think the fresh lemon is a must for this dressing.
How to make this Recipe:
- Combine salad ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, dried cranberries, apples, and red onion.
- Whisk, pour, and stir
Whisk the dressing ingredients in a separate bowl. Taste and adjust to your liking. Pour over broccoli salad ingredients and stir to combine.
Broccoli Salad with Apples and Cranberries: Frequently Asked Questions
You can certainly prepare this salad recipe the day before. In my opinion, it is better the next day when all the flavors have time to blend.
It’s not recommended for this salad, as frozen broccoli can become too soft and watery. Fresh, raw broccoli works best for the desired crisp texture.
Crisp and slightly tart apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady, work best. Their firmness and flavor contrast nicely with the other ingredients.
This salad pairs well with:
– Grilled chicken, salmon, or tofu
– Sandwiches or wraps
– Barbecued dishes
– It’s also perfect as a stand-alone light meal or snack!
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Broccoli Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 cups fresh broccoli florets (cut into small pieces)
- 2 cups dried cranberries
- 2 apples (unpeeled and sliced) (any variety of apple you prefer)
- 1 cup red onion (chopped)
Dressing
- 2 cups mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, dried cranberries, apples, and red onion.
- Whisk the dressing ingredients in a separate bowl. Taste and adjust to your liking.
- Pour the dressing over broccoli salad ingredients and stir to combine.
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