Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad
Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad
Description:
A crisp and refreshing salad combining sweet Honeycrisp apples, crunchy broccoli, and a creamy tangy dressing. Perfect for fall gatherings or as a healthy side dish, this salad is packed with flavor and texture from fresh ingredients and a touch of sweetness.
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Ingredients
For the salad:
4 cups broccoli florets, chopped into small bite-size pieces
1 large Honeycrisp apple, diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (toasted if desired)
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
For the dressing:
1/2 cup mayonnaise (or plain Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
1. Prepare the ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, diced Honeycrisp apple, dried cranberries, chopped nuts, and red onion.
2. Make the dressing:
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
3. Toss the salad:
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
4. Chill and serve:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld. Give it a quick toss before serving.
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Optional Add-ins:
Crumbled bacon for a savory touch
Shredded carrots for extra crunch
Sunflower seeds for added texture
I've followed the New Mediterranean 
Challenge in this plan very closely for over 4 weeks now and I've lost 31 lbs. I love how this cookbook is organized into separate sections and the best part is showing how much you can eat of what for the amount of points. Recommend for anyone on New Mediterranean!
Challenge in this plan very closely for over 4 weeks now and I've lost 31 lbs. I love how this cookbook is organized into separate sections and the best part is showing how much you can eat of what for the amount of points. Recommend for anyone on New Mediterranean!
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