Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and healthy Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Salad—a refreshing side dish that’s as nutrient-packed as it is delicious. Featuring crisp broccoli florets, sweet red bell pepper, crunchy carrots, and tangy red onion, this salad is tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. The optional sprinkle of sliced almonds adds a delightful crunch, making it the perfect addition to any meal. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a colorful contribution to your next potluck. Naturally gluten-free and packed with fresh vegetables, it's a crowd-pleaser you’ll love to serve again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 medium carrot
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, and red onion.
Cut the broccoli into bite-size florets.
Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.
Julienne the carrot into thin matchstick pieces or shred it using a grater.
Thinly slice the red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, and red onion.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss until everything is evenly coated.
If desired, sprinkle sliced almonds on top for added crunch.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.4 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 310 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 169 mg | 4% | |
*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.
