Healthy Broccoli Apple Salad
This Healthy Broccoli Apple Salad is the perfect easy side dish for spring and summer barbecues, potlucks and picnics. Best of all, it’s so easy to make with broccoli, apples, almonds, dried cranberries and a homemade tasty dressing.
This post has been sponsored by Newell Rubbermaid. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
With the start of spring and summer just around the corner, broccoli salads are the perfect simple, lighter side dish for all those outdoor cookouts.
This Healthy Broccoli Apple Salad is a family favorite and it’s loaded with a ton of good stuff. And I keep all of that good stuff nice and fresh with Rubbermaid FreshWorks Produce Savers. I spotted these at Target down the Housewares aisle and I had to give them a try. I always come across the neatest finds at Target!
I’m loving how longer lasting produce means fewer trips to the grocery store! Results may vary depending upon produce and use.
I just hate when my fruits and veggies go to waste, so these have seriously been a life saver. They have a CrispTray at the bottom of the food container that elevates produce away from moisture and promotes airflow to help prevent spoilage. The revolutionary FreshVent technology could not be more cool! It creates the best environment for fruits and vegetables by regulating the flow of oxygen and carbon dioxide in and out of the produce container.
And just look at this vibrant, fresh, nutritious salad that you so need to whip up! Not only is it perfect for barbecues and picnics, but it’s also amazing for Sunday meal prep. Leftovers are perfect for your school or work lunchbox. Definitely saves you time and money. You can even serve this with some diced chicken to make it even more hearty and filling!
MAKE AHEAD TIPS FOR THIS HEALTHY BROCCOLI APPLE SALAD AND SUNDAY MEAL PREP:
- Store the apples and veggies in your Rubbermaid FreshWorks containers and place in the fridge.
- Make the dressing in advance and store in a resealable jar.
- For Sunday meal prep, divide the salad into lunch containers.
I hope you all love this salad. It’s:
Simple
Fresh
Vegetable-packed
Fiber-rich
Super healthy
Satisfying
& Delicious
- 6 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 2 medium heads)
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 2 large apples, finely chopped (I used gala apples)
- 1/3 cup sliced dry roasted almonds, or sunflower seeds or nuts of choice
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries (optional)
- 1 5-6 oz container plain Greek yogurt (3/4 cup)
- 1/4 cup clean ingredient mayo or additional Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2-1 tablespoon honey or sweetener of choice, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper, to taste
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In a large bowl combine broccoli, carrots, red onion, apples, almonds, and dried cranberries.
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To make the dressing: Whisk together Greek yogurt, mayo, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt and pepper.
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Add the dressing to the salad and toss to coat. Chill until ready to serve.
This recipe can easily be made dairy free and Whole30 by using subbing the yogurt out for a clean Whole30 approved mayo and omitting the sweetener.
Or make it dairy free by using a dairy free yogurt.
Nutritional facts calculated w/ dried cranberries.
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Now if people in my house would just accept to eat broccoli and stop gagging. I love broccoli and this salad looks really tasty, I guess I will have to make it for myself.
This looks like a fabulous salad. I’ll have to try it out for lunch one day. I love that it has apples!
Yum, this recipe looks really good! I will have to make this – it seems like the perfect lite lunch for the summer.
Do you know I’ve never had broccoli in a salad, though I eat it often as a side to my dinner. I am going to have to think about changing it up a bit with the ways I use it now!
I’ve made broccoli salad a few times but never thought of adding apples! I will definitely be adding this to the menu for our annual July 4th barbecue.
We are big into broccoli in this house. The youngest loves it raw and the teen loves to roast it.
thanks so much for this! I have wanted one that didn’t include mayo (I realize you CAN use “clean” mayo if you want to, but I am glad you don’t have to!
Wow. this looks amazing I love broccoli and so does my daughter. I’m going to try and make this this week!
How delicious does this salad look!And these Rubbermaid containers are so convenient.
I am not a fan of broccoli. Apple on the other hand , ay be I can try. However, I need to eat healthy and sometimes I feel I am out of options. This seems like a good mix of fruits and veggies.
I so agree with you on how long produces last. I notice when I cook without all the preservatives my food tends to last long. I really like your recipe. Will try it soon! 🙂 Thanks
This looks really tasty and refreshing!! I actually carving an apple salad right now. I love putting fruits in my salad because they satisfy my sweet tooth!
Your salad looks amazing. I’m a fan of apple salad and broccoli salad, but I’ve never tried the flavors together. I’ll have to try.
Wow! I never knew broccoli and apple could look so good together! This look delicious! 😋 Thank You for this and the make ahead tips 👍🏼
Very tempting healthy delicious meal I would definitely love to try!
I totally pinned this! I would love to make a salad out of broccolli and the apple would make it a special addition!
We love broccoli salad, but I’ve never made one with apples before. I will have to give this recipe a try next time!
I would never think to mix these flavors. But the description sounds nice, I’d love to try it. Thanks for the new recipe! 🙂
This salad looks so amazing and delicious. It is so perfect for when the weather is getting warmer.
I ran across this recipe this morning and decided
it was our dinner with the multigrain bread I was making. I used soy plain yogurt and vegan mayo. I added the sunflower seeds instead of nuts to cut down on calories and half of the craisins. It was so fresh and delicious. The apples added a nice crunchy texture and sweetness. Thank you for this great recipe!
I love that you made it your own and I’m so glad you enjoyed!!
Is the broccoli raw or cooked ?
Raw. No cooking in this recipe! Enjoy!
Any idea on the Weight Watchers smartpoints per 1 cup serving?
I’m no expert, but this is what I’ve come up with –
WWP+ (per serving) 3
SmartPoints™ 3
Freestyle Points 2
I just made this for lunch and it is SO good!! I was starving and not wanting to make a bad choice, so I was thankful it was so quick to throw together!! Will definitely be eating this again 🙂
Oh, I’m so glad you enjoyed! It is a favorite of mine too!