Walnut Broccoli Apple Slaw

Description

Sweet apples, crunchy toasted walnuts and broccoli slaw make up this simple salad. A honey lemon vinaigrette is the perfect finish. (Make it a main dish salad by adding your choice of lean protein)

Ingredients

Dressing

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
• Freshly ground pepper to taste

Salad

• 3/4 cup coarsely chopped California walnuts, toasted
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup minced red onion
• 1 (12-oz.) bag broccoli slaw (4 cups)
• 1 large apple, cored and cut into small bite-size pieces (preferably honey crisp or Fuji)

Instructions

1. Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Add walnuts, cranberries, onion, broccoli slaw and apple. Toss well to coat with dressing.