Crunchy Apple Broccoli Salad with Sweet & Tangy Dressing

Sweet and Sour Broccoli Pasta Salad Recipe

Overview:

Prepare yourself for a delightful culinary journey with this vibrant Sweet and Sour Broccoli Pasta Salad! Bursting with the crispness of fresh broccoli, the sweetness of apples, and the tanginess of cider vinegar, this salad is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re planning a quick lunch or need a crowd-pleasing dish for a potluck, this recipe is your perfect companion, ready in just 30 minutes!

Ingredients:

• 8 oz pasta
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2/3 cup shredded carrot
• 1 Red Delicious apple, diced
• 1 golden delicious apple, diced
• 1/3 cup plain nonfat yogurt
• 1/3 cup apple juice
• 3 tbsp cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves
• Lettuce leaves (for serving)

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 205.3
• Fat: 3.1g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5g
• Cholesterol: 0.3mg
• Sodium: 56.3mg
• Carbohydrates: 37.9g
• Fiber: 2.2g
• Sugar: 7.2g
• Protein: 6.7g

Instructions:

1. Cook Pasta and Broccoli:

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   • Cook the pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water.
   • Once cooked, drain the pasta and broccoli, and rinse well under cold water until they are cool.

2. Prepare Salad Base:

   • In a medium bowl, combine the cooked pasta, broccoli, shredded carrot, diced Red Delicious apple, and diced golden delicious apple.

3. Make Sweet and Sour Dressing:

   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the plain nonfat yogurt, apple juice, cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and dried thyme leaves until well combined.

4. Toss and Serve:

   • Pour the sweet and sour dressing over the pasta mixture in the bowl, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
   • Serve the Sweet and Sour Broccoli Pasta Salad on a bed of crisp lettuce leaves, and enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!

Keywords:

Apple, Fruit, Vegetable, Potluck, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Small Appliance

Recipe Yield:

Serves 6

Recipe Notes:

• For a twist, you can add toasted nuts such as almonds or walnuts for extra crunch and flavor.
• This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just make sure to give it a good toss before serving to redistribute the dressing.
• Feel free to adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the dressing according to your taste preferences by varying the amount of honey or cider vinegar.
• Serve this salad as a refreshing side dish alongside grilled chicken, fish, or tofu for a complete and satisfying meal.
• Experiment with different apple varieties for varied sweetness and texture in your salad.