Broccoli Apple Hot Salad (Print Version)

Crisp broccoli and sweet apple tossed with zesty dressing for a fresh, energizing dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
02 - 1 large apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - ½ cup shredded carrots
05 - ¼ cup dried cranberries

→ Nuts & Seeds

06 - ¼ cup roasted almonds, roughly chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon sunflower seeds

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
12 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
13 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and blanch for 1 to 2 minutes until vibrant green and tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt cooking. Pat dry.
02 - In a large bowl, mix blanched broccoli, apple slices, red onion, shredded carrots, and dried cranberries.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar until emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
05 - Sprinkle chopped almonds and sunflower seeds over the salad just before serving. Toss gently and serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fresh and crunchy texture
  • Easy to prepare and nutrient packed
02 -
  • Contains tree nuts (almonds)
  • If using honey, this salad is not suitable for vegans
03 -
  • Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein
  • Substitute walnuts or pecans for almonds for different flavors
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