Fresh, crunchy, and just a little sweet—this Broccoli Apple Salad is the side dish your summer table needs. It’s packed with crisp broccoli, juicy apples, sweet grapes, and a creamy dressing that ties it all together.
It’s the kind of salad that shows up at every family cookout, disappears fast, and always gets someone asking for the recipe.
Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or bringing a dish to a potluck, this easy salad delivers on both flavor and color. It’s a crowd-pleaser with a little something for everyone.
This recipe is similar to our Amish Broccoli Salad Recipe with a few twists.
We are sharing tips to help you get the best results when making this recipe. If you don’t need the tips, scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and printable recipe card.
⭐ Why You’ll Love this Recipe ⭐
- No cooking required
- Comes together in 15 minutes
- Make it ahead for even more flavor
- Sweet, crunchy, creamy, and totally satisfying
🧾 Ingredients
📌 Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full ingredients list with quantities and step-by-step instructions!
- Broccoli florets
- Large apples, diced (we like a mix of sweet and tart—Honeycrisp and Granny Smith work great)
- Seedless red grapes
- Red onion
- Sliced almonds
- Cooked bacon
- Mayonnaise
- Greek yogurt
- Sugar
- Lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
🔪 How to Make Broccoli Apple Salad
You won’t believe how easy this salad is to throw together:
- Prep the produce.
Cut the broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces. Dice the apples (you can leave the skin on if you like), slice the red onion thin, and cut the grapes in half. - Combine the salad ingredients.
In a big bowl, toss together the broccoli, apples, grapes, onion, almonds, and bacon if you’re using it. - Whip up the dressing.
In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, sugar, and lemon juice until it’s smooth and creamy. - Mix it all together.
Pour the dressing over your broccoli mix and gently stir until everything is evenly coated. - Chill and serve.
Cover the bowl and let it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This gives the flavors time to mingle and makes it extra tasty!
⭐ Tips for the Best Broccoli Apple Salad ⭐
- Want to make sure your salad turns out perfect every time? Here are a few simple tips to keep in mind:
- Use crisp, fresh apples.
Apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith stay firm and add the best crunch and flavor. - Dice apples right before mixing.
To prevent browning, cut your apples just before tossing them in the salad. You can also toss them in a little lemon juice. - Chop broccoli into small, bite-sized florets.
Smaller pieces are easier to eat and mix better with the dressing. - Let the salad chill.
Give it at least 30 minutes in the fridge before serving. This helps the flavors blend together and makes it even better. - Add dressing just before serving if making ahead.
For best texture, store the salad and dressing separately if prepping more than a day in advance. - Make it your own.
This salad is super flexible. Don’t be afraid to toss in extras like dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, or even a sprinkle of cinnamon for a fall twist.
📖 Fun Variations
Make this salad your own with a few easy swaps:
- Add dried cranberries or raisins for extra sweetness
- Use sunflower seeds or chopped walnuts instead of almonds
- Toss in shredded cheddar cheese
- Swap Greek yogurt for more mayo if you want a richer dressing, or use more Greek yogurt if you want a lighter recipe.
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Broccoli Apple Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 2 large apples diced (we like a mix of sweet and tart—Honeycrisp and Granny Smith work great)
- 1 cup seedless red grapes halved
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- ¼ cup cooked bacon crumbled (optional but delicious)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
Directions
Chop and prep.
- Cut the broccoli into small florets. Dice the apples (no need to peel unless you want to). Slice the onion and halve the grapes.
Mix the base.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the broccoli, apples, grapes, red onion, almonds, and bacon (if using). Give it a gentle toss.
Make the dressing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, Greek yogurt, sugar, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
Toss and chill.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and stir until everything is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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