Nut-Free Broccoli Salad
Bright, crunchy, and completely nut-free, this Broccoli Salad is a fresh twist on a classic favorite. Featuring tender broccoli florets, shredded carrots, sweet raisins, and the satisfying crunch of sunflower seeds, this salad delivers layers of texture and flavor in every bite. The creamy dressing, made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and apple cider vinegar, is tangy and lightly sweetened for a balanced finish that ties the ingredients together beautifully. With only 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this easy, allergy-friendly side dish is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Packed with wholesome veggies and bursts of flavor, it’s a crowd-pleaser that everyone can enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads broccoli
- 1 large carrot
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing the broccoli. Remove the tough stems and chop the florets into bite-sized pieces.
Peel the carrot and grate it using a box grater or a food processor.
Thinly slice the red onion into small strips.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, grated carrot, sliced red onion, raisins, and sunflower seeds.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli salad mixture and toss until all the ingredients are well coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.4 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2393 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.9 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.0 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.5 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 3568 mg | 76% | |
*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.
