A fresh, crunchy broccoli salad with sweet Honeycrisp apples, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and a tangy Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for fall, meal prep, or holiday gatherings.
4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
1 large Honeycrisp apple, diced
1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup sunflower seeds or chopped pecans
1/2 cup cubed or shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
Dressing:
1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or mayo)
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine broccoli, apples, onion, cranberries, seeds, and cheese.
Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat evenly.
Chill for 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
For softer broccoli, blanch briefly before mixing.
Add protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas for a complete meal.
Keeps in the fridge up to 3 days.