Broccoli Apple Salad with Blood Orange Vinaigrette is a vibrant, flavor-packed salad that’s as nutritious as it is beautiful. Be sure to bookmark this recipe — it’s one you’ll want to enjoy year-round.
A Raw Salad with Flavor, Texture, and Color
This fresh salad uses simple produce items. Crisp EverCrisp® apple pieces pair with tender broccoli florets. Finely minced shallot adds a mild onion note with a hint of garlic, while grated carrots and raw pumpkin seeds contribute earthy crunch. Dried cranberries bring a touch of tart sweetness that complements the tangy vinaigrette. Taken together, the ingredients deliver a satisfying mix of taste and nutrition.
Unlike many broccoli salads that use mayonnaise, this version is dressed with a blood orange vinaigrette. The vinaigrette keeps the salad light, bright, and refreshingly tangy, so it never feels heavy even if you go back for seconds.
Ever-Cravable EverCrisp® Apples
The EverCrisp® apple is the star here. A cross of Fuji and Honeycrisp, EverCrisp® apples are exceptionally crunchy and sweet, making them perfect for salads, snacking, and baking. Their firm texture holds up nicely in this mix, adding a refreshing snap to each bite.
How to Make Broccoli Apple Salad
This salad comes together in about 15 minutes with no cooking required. Chop the broccoli, dice the apple, grate the carrots, and mince the shallot. Toss everything in a large bowl with the blood orange vinaigrette until evenly coated. That’s it — a colorful, flavorful salad ready to serve.
How to Serve Broccoli Apple Salad
This versatile salad pairs well with a wide range of main dishes and travels well, making it ideal for picnics, potlucks, and office lunches. Make a large batch at the start of the week and portion it into containers for easy grab-and-go meals. Leftovers also make a bright side dish for dinner. Its flexibility makes it a convenient, delicious choice any time.
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Broccoli Apple Salad (No Mayo)
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli chopped
- 1 EverCrisp® apple diced
- 1 cup carrots grated
- 1 shallot finely minced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup unsalted raw pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup blood orange vinaigrette
Instructions
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Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
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Toss the salad with the blood orange vinaigrette until everything is evenly coated.
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Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy.
Nutrition
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