Broccoli Cranberry Salad
Broccoli Cranberry Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that effortlessly combines flavors and textures to create a refreshing experience. This salad features crisp broccoli florets, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy seeds all tossed in a creamy lemon yogurt dressing. Perfect for gatherings or as a delightful side dish during the week, this salad is quick to prepare and will brighten up any meal. A perfect blend of earthy greens and tangy sweetness awaits you with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound broccoli florets
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- ¼ cup toasted sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup toasted pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (or almonds/walnuts)
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice (or vinegar), and maple syrup. Whisk until smooth.
- Season the dressing with salt and black pepper according to taste.
- Add broccoli florets, dried cranberries, red onion, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and pecans to the bowl. Gently toss to combine everything well.
- Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad another gentle toss and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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