Broccoli and Cranberry Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Brighten up your table with this deliciously crunchy Broccoli and Cranberry Salad, a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors. Fresh broccoli florets take center stage, paired with tangy dried cranberries, nutty sunflower seeds, and a hint of sharpness from thinly sliced red onions for an irresistible medley of textures. The creamy dressing, made with a light mix of mayonnaise, tangy Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey, ties everything together with its zesty sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant salad is perfect as a chilled side dish for potlucks, weekday meals, or holiday gatherings. Packed with nutrients and bold flavors, this broccoli cranberry salad is sure to become a go-to crowd-pleaser!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Wash and chop the broccoli into small bite-sized florets. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

2. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.

3. Add the dried cranberries and sunflower seeds to the bowl for added texture and flavor.

4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

5. Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

7. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

8. Serve chilled as a side dish or light meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (144.8g)

Calories		321
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		21.1 g	27%
	Saturated Fat	2.9 g	14%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	3.9 g
Cholesterol		8 mg	3%
Sodium		324 mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate		28.2 g	10%
	Dietary Fiber	4.6 g	17%
	Total Sugars	20.6 g
Protein		5.9 g	12%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		56 mg	4%
Iron		1.2 mg	6%
Potassium		159 mg	3%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1139 cal (58.2%%)

Protein: 140 cal (7.2%%)

Carbs: 678 cal (34.6%%)