Description
This Honeycrisp Apple Broccoli Salad is a refreshing and crunchy side dish packed with sweet and savory flavors. Featuring crisp apples, fresh broccoli, raisins, sunflower seeds, and smoky bacon, all tossed in a tangy, creamy yogurt-based dressing — it’s a crowd-pleaser perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weekday lunches!
Ingredients
Salad:
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1 Honeycrisp apple, seeded and chopped into bite-sized pieces
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1 large bunch broccoli, chopped into florets (or 12 oz pre-cut bag)
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½ cup chopped red onion
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½ cup raisins
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½ cup sunflower seeds
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4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Dressing:
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¾ cup plain yogurt
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2 tablespoons milk
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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½ cup sugar or ¼ cup honey
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the salad:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, apple, red onion, raisins, sunflower seeds, and crumbled bacon.
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Make the dressing:
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In a small bowl or jar, whisk together yogurt, milk, apple cider vinegar, and sugar (or honey).
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Assemble the salad:
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Pour dressing over the salad mixture. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
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Chill & serve:
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
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Stir again before serving. Optionally garnish with extra sunflower seeds or bacon crumbles.
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Notes
Can be made a few hours in advance for best flavor.
Substitute Greek yogurt for a tangier, higher-protein dressing.
Use honey instead of sugar for a more natural sweetener.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad / Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American