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Broccoli Apple Salad

Crunchy Broccoli Apple Salad with Lighter Creamy Dressing

This Broccoli Apple Salad features a blend of crunchy broccoli and sweet Gala apples, topped with a lighter creamy dressing for a healthy and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups broccoli florets fresh, cut into small pieces
  • 2 medium Gala apples cored and diced
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1/2 cup matchstick carrots or shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins or dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt non-fat or low-fat
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise Hellman's or Best Foods
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
  • to taste salt

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt, ¼ cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of honey, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
Salad Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add 3 cups of broccoli florets, 2 diced Gala apples, ½ cup of matchstick carrots, and ½ cup of golden raisins or dried cranberries. Toss gently to mix.
Adding Crunch
  1. Chop 1 cup of walnuts and sprinkle over the salad along with ¼ cup of finely chopped red onion. Stir gently to combine.
Combining Salad and Dressing
  1. Pour the chilled dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently with tongs until everything is coated.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or cover and chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, use fresh broccoli and adjust the dressing ingredients based on taste.

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