Apple Broccoli Salad

Serves 6

Ingredients:

For the Salad

• 4 cups broccoli, cut and shredded (2 medium heads)

• 3 apples, diced

• 1/4 cup red onion, diced

• 1/2 cup dried cranberries

• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds, shelled

For the Dressing:

• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions: 

For the Salad:

Cut broccoli florets into small pieces. Cut the broccoli stalk by removing the hard outer skin and cutting the inner stalk into matchstick-size pieces. Use a mandolin or food processor if available. Place broccoli in a bowl and add apples, red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.

For the Dressing:

Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl. Add the dressing to salad and toss. Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

Calories: 312
Protein: 4g
Fat: 21g (2.5g saturated fat)
Carbs: 31g
Fiber: 5g