Sunflower Broccoli Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and nutritious Sunflower Broccoli Salad! This colorful dish features crisp broccoli florets, a hint of sweetness from dried cranberries, and the satisfying crunch of sunflower seeds, all brought together by a creamy Greek yogurt dressing with a touch of honey and apple cider vinegar for a tangy twist. Shredded sharp cheddar cheese adds a rich, savory note, while finely diced red onion lends a subtle bite. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for meal prep or as a refreshing side dish, this no-cook recipe is ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or everyday lunches. Enjoy this healthy and flavorful salad chilled or at room temperature for a delightful burst of flavor and texture in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the broccoli by cutting it into small florets. Rinse well and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, red onion, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and shredded cheddar cheese.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to form the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Give the salad a final stir before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
850 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.6 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1725 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 568 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 408 mg | 9% | |
*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.
