Description
This Broccoli Cashew Salad with Apples, Pears, and Cranberries is a nutrient-packed, flavorful dish featuring crunchy broccoli, sweet fruits, toasted cashews, and a creamy homemade dressing. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a refreshing light lunch, it’s a versatile recipe everyone will love!
Ingredients
Salad:
- 5 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 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
Creamy Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream (or kefir/Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup honey, softened
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad:
- Combine chopped broccoli, diced apple, diced pear, red onion, toasted cashews, and dried cranberries in a large bowl.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, softened honey, and salt until smooth.
- Combine:
- Pour dressing over the salad. Toss well to ensure even coating.
- Chill:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Notes
- Substitute cashews with pecans, walnuts, or almonds for variety.
- Toss diced apple and pear in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
