Description
This Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad is a fresh, crunchy, and sweet-savory combination of crisp apples, broccoli florets, raisins, sunflower seeds, and crumbled bacon. Tossed in a creamy yogurt dressing with a touch of apple cider vinegar and honey or sugar, it’s the perfect side dish for picnics, potlucks, or healthy lunches.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
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1 Honeycrisp apple, seeded and chopped into bite-sized pieces
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1 large bunch of broccoli, chopped into florets (or 12-ounce prepared bag)
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½ cup chopped red onion
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½ cup raisins
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½ cup sunflower seeds
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4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
For the Dressing:
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¾ cup plain yogurt
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2 tablespoons milk
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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½ cup sugar or ¼ cup honey
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, diced Honeycrisp apple, red onion, raisins, sunflower seeds, and crumbled bacon.
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In a separate small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, milk, apple cider vinegar, and sugar or honey until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are well coated.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and garnish with extra sunflower seeds or bacon bits if desired.
Notes
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You can substitute Greek yogurt for extra creaminess and protein.
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Use dried cranberries instead of raisins for a tart twist.
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Make it vegetarian by omitting the bacon or using a plant-based alternative.
- Best enjoyed the same day but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American