Broccoli Apple Salad with Honey Dressing
**Ingredients:
- 4 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, diced
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ½ cup red onion, finely diced
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
**Instructions:
1. Prepare the Salad Base:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli florets, diced apples, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.
2. Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
3. Combine and Toss:
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
4. Chill and Serve:
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
**Tips:
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half or all of the mayonnaise.
- Add cooked and crumbled bacon for a savory twist.
- If you prefer a sweeter salad, increase the amount of honey in the dressing.
**Nutritional Information (per serving, approx. 1 cup):
- Calories: ~250 kcal
- Protein: ~5g
- Carbohydrates: ~25g
- Fat: ~15g
- Fiber: ~4g
It is a refreshing and satisfying dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser! Enjoy!