Broccoli Salad with Ham
Elevate your lunch or side dish game with this vibrant and satisfying Broccoli Salad with Ham, a perfect balance of fresh, savory, and creamy flavors. Crisp broccoli florets provide a nutritious base, while tender diced ham and shredded cheddar cheese add a hearty, protein-packed twist. Crunchy sunflower seeds and finely chopped red onion bring texture and zing, all tied together with a tangy homemade dressing made from mayonnaise, yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar for sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for meal prep, this chilled broccoli salad is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a wholesome family meal. Bursting with vibrant ingredients and packed with flavor, this easy recipe will quickly become a crowd favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup Cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the broccoli florets. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the diced cooked ham, shredded cheddar cheese, finely chopped red onion, and sunflower seeds to the bowl with the broccoli.
In a separate small bowl, make the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, plain yogurt, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2133 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.3 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.8 g | 199% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 379 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 5344 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 101.8 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1148 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2511 mg | 53% | |
*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.
