Crunchy Mandarin Orange Broccoli Salad
Brighten up your table with this irresistible Crunchy Mandarin Orange Broccoli Salad—a refreshing medley of crisp broccoli, juicy mandarin oranges, and thinly sliced red onions, all brought to life with a creamy, tangy dressing. Loaded with crunchy sliced almonds, sunflower seeds, and sweet raisins, this salad offers the perfect balance of texture and flavor. The yogurt-based dressing, lightly sweetened with honey and balanced with a hint of apple cider vinegar, ties everything together for a healthy twist on a classic creamy salad. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant dish is perfect as a light lunch, a potluck favorite, or a show-stopping side for any meal. Serve it chilled for the ultimate crowd-pleaser! Keywords: broccoli salad, mandarin orange salad, crunchy salad, healthy side dish, no-cook recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli crowns
- 1 cup mandarin oranges (canned, drained or fresh)
- 0.5 cup red onion
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.25 cup raisins
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli crowns. Cut into small, bite-sized florets and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Slice the red onion thinly and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Gently fold in the mandarin oranges, being careful not to break them apart.
Add the sliced almonds, sunflower seeds, and raisins to the bowl for added crunch and sweetness.
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.5 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 261 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 475 mg | 10% | |
*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.
