Mediterranean Broccoli Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with bold flavors, this Mediterranean Broccoli Salad is a nutritious twist on classic flavors from the Mediterranean kitchen! Featuring crisp blanched broccoli, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, tangy kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, this salad is a vibrant medley of textures and tastes. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and oregano, it’s a refreshing side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, seafood, or even as a light standalone lunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for meal prep, summer gatherings, or adding a Mediterranean flair to your everyday meals. Healthy, colorful, and oh-so-delicious, this is the ultimate broccoli salad you’ll want on repeat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
Drain the broccoli and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain well and set aside.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces and roughly chop the parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large serving bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and parsley.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.
Crumble the feta cheese on top and gently toss again, keeping the cheese slightly visible as garnish.
Serve immediately or cover and chill in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.1 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 923 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 268 mg | 6% | |
*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.
