Description
Fresh broccoli florets and crisp apple cubes tossed with chewy cranberries and nutty seeds, all coated in a creamy honey-lemon dressing. This chilled salad offers a playful crunch and a balanced sweet-tart flavor with every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup diced apple
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Trim broccoli stems and cut florets into bite-sized pieces.
- Core and dice the apple into pieces similar in size to the broccoli.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, apple, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For extra crunch, substitute sunflower seeds with chopped walnuts.
- Adjust the honey amount to control sweetness to your taste.
- Prepare the salad up to a day ahead, but add seeds just before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.