Description
Broccoli Cashew Salad with Apples and Pears is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines crunchy broccoli, creamy cashews, and the sweetness of fresh apples and pears. This delightful salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, it can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or light main course. Quick to prepare, this salad will brighten up your meals and keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup roasted unsalted cashews
- 2 crisp apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), diced
- 2 ripe pears (e.g., Bosc or Anjou), diced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the broccoli florets under cool water and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the cashews for about 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Core and chop the apples and pears into small cubes, leaving the skin on.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and honey in a small bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, apples, pears, and toasted cashews. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg