Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad
A crisp, creamy, and colorful side featuring crunchy broccoli, juicy Honeycrisp apples, dried cranberries, and seeds in a tangy yogurt-mayo dressing. Perfect for fresh salad recipes, veggie salad lovers, and cold salad recipes for easy weeknights or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 6
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
– 4 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
– 2 Honeycrisp apples, diced
– 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup shredded carrots
– 1/3 cup dried cranberries
– 1/2 cup sunflower seeds or sliced almonds
– 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 3 tbsp mayonnaise
– 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
– 1 tbsp honey
– 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Whisk the dressing: Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Combine broccoli, diced Honeycrisp apples, red onion, shredded carrots, dried cranberries, and seeds in a large bowl.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
4. Chill for 20–30 minutes to meld flavors, then taste and adjust seasoning.
5. Serve cold as a refreshing side for weeknights or gatherings.
Notes
For extra crunch, add seeds just before serving. To lighten it up, replace more mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. Toss apples with a little lemon juice if prepping early. Great with grilled chicken or salmon for a complete meal.