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Broccoli Salad

A refreshing and crunchy broccoli salad mixed with a tangy dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups broccoli florets fresh
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds unsalted
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, shredded carrots, chopped red onion, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are well coated. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch.

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