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Broccoli Apple Salad

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3. Step-by-Step Visual Guide

In Part 3 of making Broccoli Apple Salad, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

Broccoli Apple Salad — Step-by-Step Visual Guide (Page 3)
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Start by whisking the dressing in a big bowl—it’s as simple as stirring together yogurt, mayo, vinegar, honey, and seasonings. Then add all the crunchy ingredients: broccoli, apples, cranberries, seeds, and red onion.

Toss everything until well coated, and let it chill for 30 minutes if you can. This short rest lets the flavors meld and the broccoli soften just a bit, making every bite perfect.

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

Broccoli Apple Salad
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Broccoli Apple Salad

This Broccoli Apple Salad is a crunchy, sweet, and tangy side dish that comes together in minutes. The creamy yogurt-mayo dressing coats crisp broccoli and juicy apples, making it a family favorite for potlucks and weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time15 mins
Servings6 servings
CourseAppetizer & Side
Calories285 kcal

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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the broccoli florets, diced apples, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and red onion to the bowl.
  3. Toss everything together until the broccoli and apples are evenly coated with the dressing.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld (or serve immediately if you're in a rush).
  5. Give it a final stir before serving, and enjoy!

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

I like to cut the broccoli into small, bite-sized florets so they soak up the dressing nicely. If you're prepping ahead, keep the apples tossed with a little lemon juice to prevent browning, and store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 285 kcalProtein: 5gCarbs: 22gFat: 20gFiber: 5g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.