Broccoli Salad Lite
Bright, refreshing, and guilt-free, Broccoli Salad Lite is the ultimate healthy side dish that doesn’t skimp on flavor. This crunchy salad features crisp broccoli florets, sweet dried cranberries, and toasted sliced almonds for a delightful mix of textures, while tangy red onion adds a zesty kick. The creamy, low-fat dressing combines Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, honey, and apple cider vinegar for a perfectly balanced sweet-and-tangy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy dish is perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or simply upgrading weeknight dinners. Packed with wholesome ingredients and lightened-up twists, Broccoli Salad Lite is a nutrient-rich crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the broccoli. Cut it into small bite-sized florets and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Let them cool and then add to the bowl.
Add the dried cranberries to the salad mixture for a touch of sweetness.
In a separate small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled and enjoy your Broccoli Salad Lite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1615 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.6 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.7 g | ||
| Protein | 28.1 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 405 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1721 mg | 37% | |
*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.
