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Broccoli Salad

Deliciously Crunchy Broccoli Salad for Summer Gatherings

This Broccoli Salad features fresh broccoli, sweet dried cranberries, and nutty sunflower seeds, making it a must-try for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Broccoli florets Choose fresh, crisp florets
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries Can be swapped with raisins
  • 1/2 cup Sunflower seeds Alternative: pumpkin seeds or walnuts
  • 1/4 cup Red onion Finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Can be substituted with sour cream or mayo
  • 2 tbsp Honey Maple syrup works for a vegan version
  • 2 tbsp Cider vinegar Lemon juice can be used alternatively
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper Use freshly cracked for the best flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Rinse fresh broccoli under cool water and cut into bite-sized florets.
  2. Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, toss the broccoli with dried cranberries and sunflower seeds.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the broccoli mixture and fold gently to combine.
  6. Carefully add the chopped red onion and mix lightly.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Taste the dressing before serving and adjust sweetness or tang as desired. Toss immediately before serving to keep the broccoli crisp.

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