Cranberry and Citrus Broccoli Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Cranberry and Citrus Broccoli Salad, a refreshing medley of flavors and textures perfect for any occasion! This healthy yet indulgent dish features crisp broccoli florets tossed with sweet dried cranberries, tangy orange and lemon zest, crunchy sunflower seeds, and a pop of red onion for balance. The creamy dressing, made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, fresh orange juice, and apple cider vinegar, ties it all together with a zesty and slightly sweet tang. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is an easy, make-ahead side dish that’s both nutritious and flavorful. Serve it chilled to let the citrusy notes and creamy dressing shine, making it an ideal companion for your next holiday spread, summer picnic, or weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 cups dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 cups red onion
- 0.25 cups sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cups Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cups mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Cut them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Dice the red onion finely and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Add the dried cranberries, orange zest, lemon zest, and sunflower seeds to the bowl with the broccoli mixture. Toss gently to combine.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, fresh orange juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve chilled as a delicious side dish or light entrée.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.9 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 901 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.0 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 313 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 620 mg | 13% | |
*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.
