Description
Broccoli Cashew Salad with Apples and Pears is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines crunchy broccoli, creamy cashews, and sweet fruits for an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for picnics or as a healthy side dish, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. With its delightful balance of sweet and savory ingredients, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup raw cashews (toasted)
- 1 large Fuji apple (diced)
- 1 large ripe Bartlett pear (diced)
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse all produce under cold water. Chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- Toast the cashews in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Dice the apple and pear into small cubes, keeping the skins on.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, diced fruits, toasted cashews, and dried cranberries.
- For the dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and honey in a separate bowl. Drizzle over the salad mixture.
- Toss gently to coat all ingredients with dressing. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg