Broccoli Cauliflower and Carrot Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Broccoli Cauliflower and Carrot Salad! Bursting with fresh, crisp veggies like broccoli florets, cauliflower, and julienned carrots, this salad is as colorful as it is healthy. A zesty homemade dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties together the earthy flavors with a perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Finished with delicate slices of red onion and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this refreshing no-cook salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal side dish for busy weeknights, BBQ gatherings, or light lunches. Not only is it a feast for the eyes, but it’s also packed with vitamins and wholesome ingredients your whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 small red onion
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the broccoli and cauliflower florets.
Peel the carrots, then julienne or grate them into thin strips.
Thinly slice the red onion into small strips.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, carrots, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss everything together to evenly coat the salad.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad for a burst of flavor and color.
Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
493 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.9 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1513 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1322 mg | 28% | |
*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.
