Broccoli and Cherry Tomato Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Broccoli and Cherry Tomato Salad is the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and zesty dressing. Featuring tender blanched broccoli florets, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp red onion, this vibrant salad is elevated with a drizzle of tangy homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. A sprinkle of sunflower seeds adds a delightful crunch, while fresh parsley infuses an herbaceous finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy and refreshing side dish works beautifully for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or picnics. Serve it chilled or freshly tossed for a nutrient-packed addition to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Blanch the broccoli florets by adding them to the boiling water for 2 minutes. Remove the broccoli with a slotted spoon and immediately transfer it to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely slice the red onion. Add them to a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Add the blanched broccoli to the mixing bowl with the tomatoes and onion. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
Sprinkle sunflower seeds and chopped fresh parsley over the salad for added texture and flavor.
Serve the salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving. Best enjoyed fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
815 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1430 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.3 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1278 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
