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Summer Favorite: Honeycrisp & Broccoli Salad

posted on May 18, 201733 Comments

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A summer classic...with a twist! Honeycrisp Apple & Broccoli Salad. Perfect for your next cookout! via @DashOfEvans #MiApples

You can’t go wrong with this classic salad at your next BBQ–plus it can handle the heat! Crunch broccoli and Honeycrisp apples paired with a sweet, creamy yogurt dressing and bacon. YUM!

A summer classic...with a twist! Honeycrisp Apple & Broccoli Salad. Perfect for your next cookout! via @DashOfEvans #MiApplesThis week it has been HOT here in Michigan–like high 80s. It’s totally getting me prepared to be pregnant in the summer….which I can admit I’m dreading. One thing I AM excited about, though, is summer cookouts. I love being able to marinade a protein or throw together random veggies to put on the grill for dinner.

A summer classic...with a twist! Honeycrisp Apple & Broccoli Salad. Perfect for your next cookout! via @DashOfEvans #MiApplesWhen it comes to sides, I like to have different salad recipes on hand to whip up. This broccoli salad recipe has been in the family for years, but I wanted to switch it up a bit! Instead of mayo, yogurt is used to create a sweet, creamy dressing. Since I’ve been craving Honeycrisp apples, I added those for an extra crunch, plus sunflower seeds and raisins.

Did you know Michigan grows tons of agriculture?! Most people think of cherries, but apples are also very popular. Also, soy beans, peaches, potatoes, asparagus, berries and more. Plus we have vineyards galore–the Traverse City area is a beautiful wine country! During the summer, the farmers market is where it’s at! Even though apples are considered a fall fruit, I’m still enjoying Michigan apples now in the spring.

A summer classic...with a twist! Honeycrisp Apple & Broccoli Salad. Perfect for your next cookout! via @DashOfEvans #MiApplesI am so honored to collaborate with the Michigan Apple Committee for this recipe. I know you’ll love this recipe, too. My favorite part about this salad is that it can hold up for DAYS. Yes, DAYS! I ate our last batch for 4 days and it wasn’t a bit soggy.

Helpful items you might need:

  • Large bowl with a lid
  • Veggie Chopper – this helps create uniform sized bites for the apples and onions!
  • Dressing Jar to store dressing in – make ahead to save yourself some time!
  • My favorite measuring cups!
Classic and crunchy Broccoli salad is lightened up with yogurt and extra crunch of Honeycrisp apples. YUM! Perfect side dish for summer and BBQs. via @DashOfEvans
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Honeycrisp Apple + Broccoli Salad
Course: Salad
Ingredients
Salad
  • 1 Honeycrisp apple seeded and chopped into bite sized pieces
  • 1 large bunch of broccoli chopped into florets (or 12 ounce prepared bag)
  • ½ cup chopped red onion
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ½ cup sunflower seeds
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
Dressing
  • ¾ cup plain yogurt
  • 2 Tablespoons milk
  • 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup sugar or ¼ cup honey
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a mason jar, add dressing ingredients. Whisk and refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Using a large bowl, add all salad ingredients, except bacon. Toss together. Slowly pour the dressing over the salad and allow to sit for 30-60 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle with bacon before serving.
Recipe Notes

This will stay tasty for up to 3 days if covered in the refrigerator. It doesn’t get soggy.

NOTE: If you can't find Honeycrisp apples, try Gala, Pink Lady or Jonagold. 

Classic and crunchy Broccoli salad is lightened up with yogurt and extra crunch of Honeycrisp apples. YUM! Perfect side dish for summer and BBQs. via @DashOfEvans

For more delicious recipes, visit The Michigan Apple Committee Page!

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Comments

  1. Penny says

    April 28, 2021 at 2:50 pm

    5 stars
    loved it! Definitely a repeating thing!

    Reply
    • Rebecca carr says

      May 4, 2024 at 11:18 am

      5 stars
      Very easy an delicious!! Thx

      Reply
  2. Suzanne says

    January 10, 2024 at 7:26 pm

    This looks so good! What a great combination of flavors!

    Reply
  3. Ursula Newcomb says

    March 14, 2024 at 12:16 am

    I have never left a review on anything online…….ESPECIALLY food. This salad recipe blew me away. I love apples in anything, so I got out my box grater and went to town. I snuck grated brussels sprouts instead of the broccoli (just because they were there, and broccoli wasn’t). I love the homemade, additive free, and natural ingredients in the dressing!!!! I snuck in parsley and dill which matched to Brussels perfectly. no on suspected, no leftovers and yeah, I still have a trick or two up my sleeve. Thanks so much for sharing this with us, this dressing would be great on grilled chicken too…I’m so very happy with the whole meal, KUDDO to you !!!!!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 3, 2024 at 5:44 pm

      Oh my gosh, thank you so much! I love the substitutions!

      Reply
  4. Diane Mann says

    March 14, 2024 at 12:11 pm

    How do you read the recipe with all of the junk covering the recipe?!!! Very annoying! I know you need the ads but really, do they have to cover the recipe?!!! I can’t even leave my name and email address!!!

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    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 3, 2024 at 5:43 pm

      Sorry you feel this way.

      Reply
  5. Diane Mann says

    March 14, 2024 at 12:13 pm

    And I see if the comment isn’t favorable it’s not posted!! Tells me all I need to know about this site!

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 3, 2024 at 5:43 pm

      This website has not been active since 2020, I check comments as often as I have time to. Sorry for the delay!

      Reply
    • Julie says

      June 14, 2024 at 8:22 pm

      You should relax. This recipe is amazing! Give me a break already! How rude

      Reply
  6. Lynette Mueller says

    March 29, 2024 at 1:37 pm

    Question: how do you keep the apples from browning??

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    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 3, 2024 at 5:42 pm

      They actually don’t brown once in the dressing!

      Reply
  7. Sur says

    March 30, 2024 at 10:52 pm

    Due to a dairy allergy I can’t have milk or yogurt.
    Can I substitute mayo ?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 3, 2024 at 5:41 pm

      Yes, you can do that!

      Reply
  8. Pat thompson says

    April 1, 2024 at 9:42 pm

    Can I use pumpkin seeds instead of sunflower seeds.

    Reply
  9. Pat Thompson says

    April 1, 2024 at 9:46 pm

    Can I use pumpkin seeds instead of sunflower seeds? Can I add cauliflower too?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 3, 2024 at 5:41 pm

      You can do whatever you’d like! I can’t vouch for the flavor of cauliflower, but I bet it would be fab. I have tried smoked almonds instead of bacon before and it was delish. Pumpkin seeds would add a nice crunch, too!

      Reply
  10. Judymoon says

    April 29, 2024 at 10:39 pm

    I made this salad for coworkers at school. It was a hit.

    Reply
  11. Janet says

    April 30, 2024 at 11:16 am

    5 stars
    Great salad with good flavor. Served with a Su dinner and it was inhaled. Definitely recommend!

    Reply
  12. Mimi says

    May 10, 2024 at 10:11 pm

    How many servings is this recipe for?

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    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 3, 2024 at 5:39 pm

      I’d say about 10-12 servings.

      Reply
  13. Debby Mills says

    May 27, 2024 at 1:48 pm

    I can’t have dairy, so is there a replacement for the milk and yogurt in the honey crisp broccoli salad? I sure hope so. I would love to make this salad now that it’s summer.

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 3, 2024 at 5:38 pm

      Hello! I would suggest using an unflavored almond milk or lactose free milk and a dairy free yogurt. I think Lactaid offers both!

      Reply
  14. Gail says

    June 7, 2024 at 6:03 pm

    Would it still taste good if I put dried cranberries instead of raisins?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 10, 2024 at 8:49 pm

      Yes, I like to do that! Also dried blueberries!

      Reply
  15. Dana says

    June 14, 2024 at 6:47 pm

    If you substitute mayo for yogurt, would you use the same amount?

    I absolutely love this recipe, but some of the family thought it was too sweet so I was hoping if I use mayo next time it would cut down on the sweetness

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    • Dash Of Evans says

      June 16, 2024 at 7:12 pm

      Yes, you can use the same amount of mayo to substitute and you can cut the sugar/honey to taste.

      Reply
  16. Lisa P. says

    July 11, 2024 at 9:12 am

    If honey crisp apples aren’t in season and I can’t find them, what other apple variety could I use?

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      July 14, 2024 at 6:36 pm

      Hello! You can use Gala, Pink Lady or Granny Smith, if you want a kick of sour.

      Reply
  17. Heidi Garrison says

    July 15, 2024 at 6:48 pm

    Your recipe looks great! Great job with the naysayers! I was worried about the apples turning brown also, but since you are great at posting questions ( wink wink) I got to see the answer to my question. Thank you for posting such wonderful creations!

    Reply
  18. Tracy Egeness says

    August 4, 2024 at 9:58 am

    Looks sooo good. How many servings will this make? I need to feed a large group. Like 36 people.

    Reply
    • Dash Of Evans says

      August 6, 2024 at 6:40 pm

      Hi Tracy! I’d make at least a double batch! It’s always a crowd pleaser, so maybe try a triple batch.

      Reply

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