Nutty and Sweet Broccoli Salad
Delight your taste buds with this Nutty and Sweet Broccoli Salad, a vibrant and wholesome side dish bursting with flavor and texture. Crisp broccoli florets are the star, complemented by the natural sweetness of dried cranberries, the crunch of toasted almonds and sunflower seeds, and the mild sharpness of red onion. What sets this salad apart is the creamy yet light dressing made from Greek yogurt, a touch of honey, and apple cider vinegar, adding a tangy-sweet finish that ties everything together. Perfectly balanced and ready in just 20 minutes (plus chilling time), this chilled broccoli salad is ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or as a fresh complement to grilled meats. Healthy, satisfying, and packed with nutrients, it’s a must-try for anyone looking for a refreshing twist on traditional salads!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (chopped into small florets) Broccoli
- 0.5 cup (finely diced) Red onion
- 0.5 cup Cranberries (dried)
- 0.3 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.3 cup Almonds (sliced and toasted)
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain)
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by prepping your ingredients. Wash and chop the broccoli into small bite-sized florets. Finely dice the red onion.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, diced red onion, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and toasted almonds.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is 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 final toss and adjust seasoning if needed (add more salt or honey to taste).
Serve chilled and enjoy your Nutty and Sweet Broccoli Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1622 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.7 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2346 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.6 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.6 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.6 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 536 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2880 mg | 61% | |
*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.
