BEST BROCCOLI APPLE SALAD

BEST BROCCOLI APPLE SALAD

INGREDIENTS:

4 broccoli crowns (~2½ lbs or ~8-9 cups)

3 Gala or Honey Crisp apples, chopped into bite-sized pieces

1 package Craisins

½ (8.5 ounce) package sunflower seeds

For the dressing (you can substitute any coleslaw dressing):

1 cup mayonaise (I use half low fat, half regular)

¼ cup plain Greek yogurt

3 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar

¼ teaspoon celery seed

2 packets stevia (or 4 teaspoons sugar)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1- Cut crowns into florets and finely chop into very small bite-sized pieces (may also finely chop some of stems if desired). Make sure pieces of broccoli are very small for this salad. Place in a large bowl. Stir in apple, craisins and sunflower seeds.

2- Add dressing and toss well to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

NOTES:
I prefer my mayo based salads on the light side so I had a little leftover dressing. If you like it more heavily dressed, make extra and add as much as desired. This salad makes a ton so if it’s just for you and a couple other people I suggest halving the recipe.
Also note this recipe is best made a few hours before serving to let the broccoli soften up a bit.
Source: nutritiouseats,com