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Broccoli Apple Salad is light, fresh, and doesn’t cut corners when it comes to flavor! This dish is easy to make, keeps in the fridge for several days and if you are a broccoli lover, this bowl of crunchy goodness is a no-brainer.
Broccoli salad has been around for ages, well, the recipe has and almost everyone I know makes some version of it.
Now, I am no exception when it comes to making broccoli salad, with just a couple of exceptions. I’ve changed up the ingredients to make it just a little fresher in taste. Not only that, but I’ve taken out the traditional ingredients of bacon and cranberries, substituting them with fresh gala apple and sliced almonds.
I think there’s a reason this dish has stood the test of time – it takes less than 20 minutes to make, you can double the recipe to feed a crowd, it’s relativity inexpensive to make, and most importantly, it’s delicious. It’s also one of those recipes that you can make ahead of serving time because the longer it sits, the better it gets.
Ingredients For Broccoli Apple Salad
- Broccoli
- Apples
- Red Onion
- Cheddar Cheese
- Almonds
- Lemon Juice
- Mayonnaise
- Sugar
- Salt
- Pepper
How To Make The Dressing
To a small mixing bowl or mason jar with a lid, add mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix together (or shake) until well blended.
The dressing for this yummy salad has one of my favorite go-to ingredients – lemon juice. It gives a bright taste that goes so well with broccoli.
People Often Ask…
Yes, it sure can. As a matter of fact, this salad is much better made in advance. This will give the ingredients time to blend together.
Store any leftovers in a covered container and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Absolutely! If you are not a fan of almonds, you can substitute sunflower seeds or pecans. You can also leave them out altogether.
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Equipment
- Box Grater
- Measuring Cup
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups apple – thinly sliced
- ¾ cup red onion – diced
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese – shredded
- ¾ cup almonds – sliced
- Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 lemon – juiced
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Place broccoli, apple slices, onion, cheese and almonds in a large bowl. Set aside.
- In a small mixing bowl or mason jar with lid, add mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper. Mix together (or shake) until well blended.
- Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss, making sure to coat well.
- Can be served immediately or stored in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Second time I have made the salad this week. We loved it, friends loved it and now company tonight will have their moment to taste goodness. I thought it had a tad too much salt (due to addition of salt plus salty’ness of cheese yet husband and friend thought the salt just right. Lemons come in such different sizes and juiciness that it would be helpful to give a measurement. The apples add a nice depth to the salad.
Hey there Penny!
My goodness, I am thrilled to hear that everyone enjoyed this recipe, I completely agree that the apple makes all the difference in the flavor of this salad! If you liked this recipe, you should check out my Carrot Apple Salad, it’s just as easy to make and it’s a perfect side salad for the fall. Thank you so much for your kind words and your fabulous rating, I really appreciate your support!
~Donya
This broccoli salad is not like your typical recipe! It was so delicious and the addition of apples & almonds makes a huge different. It’s so refreshing and will be regular in my family’s menu. Thanks for this!
Hey there Sabrina!
Wow! Reading this has made my day, I am thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed this recipe! I completely agree with you that the apples and almonds totally make this salad, they add such a nice balance of flavors and textures. Another tasty addition you can put in this salad is dried cranberries, especially during the fall adding dried cranberries is a perfect touch. Thank you so much for your kind words of support and this fantastic rating, if you ever have any questions please feel free to reach out!
~Donya