Description
Broccoli salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that combines the crisp, flavorful crunch of fresh broccoli with a creamy, tangy dressing and a variety of tasty mix-ins.
Ingredients
- 4 cup fresh broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup dried raisins
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the Broccoli: Wash the broccoli florets and cut them into bite-sized pieces, discarding any tough stems.
2. Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Combine the Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets, sunflower seeds, dried raisins, and soaked red onion together.
4. Add the Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated.
5. Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
Broccoli salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It makes an excellent side dish for grilled meats, roasted poultry, or hearty main dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg