Description
Transport your taste buds to a vibrant picnic with this Healthy Broccoli Salad, bursting with fresh flavors and crunchy textures. Crisp broccoli florets combine effortlessly with sweet dried cranberries and creamy Greek yogurt dressing, creating a delightful dish that is both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for summer BBQs, potlucks, or as a refreshing side at any meal, this salad is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets. Thinly slice the red onion.
- 2. Mix the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 3. Toss It All Together: In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli florets, red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- 4. Chill Before Serving: Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- 5. Serve It Up: Give the salad another gentle toss before serving. Garnish with extra sunflower seeds or cranberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg