Description
This Broccoli Cashew Salad with Apples, Pears, and Cranberries is a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish perfect for any occasion. With crunchy cashews, fresh fruit, and a creamy dressing, it’s a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and tart flavors that will surely impress your guests. Enjoy this healthy, refreshing salad as a side or light meal!
Ingredients
- For the Salad:
- 5 cups broccoli florets, chopped into small bites
- 1 apple, cored and diced
- 1 firm pear, cored and diced
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup cashews, toasted or roasted
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- For the Creamy Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream, kefir, or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ cup honey, softened or warmed
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, diced apple, diced pear, diced red onion, toasted cashews, and dried cranberries.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream (or kefir or Greek yogurt), lemon juice, softened honey, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!
Notes
- If you make this ahead, keep the dressing separate until just before serving to maintain freshness.
- Substitute cashews with your choice of nuts like pecans, walnuts, or almonds for a unique twist.
- You can use Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing option.
- To prevent apple and pear from browning, toss them in a bit of lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
