Broccoli and Apple Salad

Sweet, crunchy apple and broccoli create a refreshing, light side dish. Prepare this salad up to eight hours in advance for best flavor and texture.

Yield:

8 servings (serving size: about 3/4 cup)

Ingredients

1. 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2. 6 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3. 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4. 1 tablespoon canola oil
5. 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6. 1/4 teaspoon salt
7. 1 (1 1/4-pound) head of broccoli
8. 1 1/4 cups chopped Braeburn or Fuji apple (about 1/2 pound)
9. 1/4 cup minced Walla Walla or other sweet onion

Directions

1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
2. Coarsely chop broccoli into 1 1/2-inch pieces, and place in bowl with vinegar mixture. Add chopped apple and minced onion, tossing to coat.

Notes