Broccolicious Salad
Bright, fresh, and utterly satisfying, Broccolicious Salad is the perfect blend of crunch, sweetness, and creaminess, making it an irresistible addition to any table. This quick 15-minute recipe features crisp broccoli florets, shredded carrots, and thinly sliced red onion, paired with a burst of natural sweetness from raisins and the nutty crunch of sunflower seeds or chopped nuts. A velvety dressing made from Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), apple cider vinegar, and honey ties it all together, with optional crumbled bacon adding a smoky, savory twist. Serve this chilled broccoli salad as a vibrant side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Healthy, versatile, and packed with flavor, it's a crowd-pleaser that balances wholesome ingredients with crave-worthy taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh broccoli florets
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 0.5 cup Raisins
- 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds or chopped nuts
- 4 slices Crispy cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Add the thinly sliced red onion, shredded carrots, raisins, sunflower seeds (or nuts), and crumbled bacon (if using) to the mixing bowl with the broccoli.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1999 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.0 g | ||
| Protein | 49.5 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2674 mg | 57% | |
*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.
