Broccoli Cashew Salad with Apples and Pears
Experience a burst of flavor with this Broccoli Cashew Salad, where crunchy broccoli mingles with the sweetness of apples and pears. Tossed together with toasted cashews and a zesty lemon dressing, each bite is a refreshing delight. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light lunch, this salad adds vibrant color and nutritious goodness to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup unsalted cashews
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple, diced
- 1 medium ripe pear, diced
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- Chop the fruits: Dice apples and pears into thin wedges, removing cores.
- Toast the cashews: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast cashews until golden brown.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix broccoli florets, diced apples, pears, toasted cashews, and cranberries. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg