Broccoli Crunch with Creamy Almond Dressing
Crunchy, vibrant, and irresistibly fresh, this Broccoli Crunch with Creamy Almond Dressing is the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Tender broccoli florets, shredded carrots, and flecks of red onion come together with sweet-tart dried cranberries, nutty sunflower seeds, and slivered almonds for a medley of textures in every bite. The star of the dish is the creamy almond dressing, a luscious combination of Greek yogurt, almond butter, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of honey for natural sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook salad is ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or a quick, nutritious side dish. Chill it ahead of time to let the flavors meld beautifully, and serve it cold or at room temperature for a stunning addition to your table. Perfect for those seeking healthy salad recipes, vegetarian options, or creative ways to enjoy broccoli!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 medium carrot
- 0.25 cup slivered almonds
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Chop the broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Peel the carrot and shred it using a box grater or food processor. Add the shredded carrot to the bowl.
Add the dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and slivered almonds to the bowl with the vegetables. Toss gently to combine.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, almond butter, lemon juice, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the creamy almond dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat evenly.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve cold or at room temperature. Enjoy your Broccoli Crunch with Creamy Almond Dressing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.4 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1394 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.2 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.5 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.7 g | ||
| Protein | 50.6 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 514 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1557 mg | 33% | |
*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.
