Description
A refreshing broccoli salad loaded with nutritious ingredients, perfect as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups broccoli florets, fresh, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup plain 0% Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/21/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/41/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Chop Broccoli & Onion: Start by chopping the broccoli into bite-sized florets, focusing on the softer parts for a fresher taste. After chopping, slice a red onion thinly; soaking the onion in cold water for 10 minutes helps tone down the sharpness of its flavor.
- Mix Ingredients Together: Toss the chopped broccoli and red onion into a large mixing bowl, mixing well to ensure balanced flavor throughout.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined. The dressing should feel smooth as it blends; this will tie all the flavors together.
- Add Dressing & Toss: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is coated. Make sure to thoroughly mix to ensure that all ingredients are flavored.
- Let It Chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least two hours before serving, allowing those flavors to develop beautifully. Skipping this chilling time may result in less flavorful bites.
- Final Adjustments: Before serving, taste the salad and adjust with a pinch of salt or more lemon juice if desired for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store the salad in a tightly sealed container for up to 2-3 days. The dressing can be stored separately for up to 4 days.
- Expert Tips: For better flavor, use the softer parts of the broccoli florets. Soak red onions in cold water to mellow their flavor. For the best flavor, make the salad ahead of time and let it sit in the dressing.
- Reheating Instructions: Not applicable as this salad is served cold.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with grilled chicken or fish. Pair alongside burgers or shrimp skewers. Great with whole grain bread or buns for a sandwich.
- Recipe Variations: Add shredded carrots for extra crunch. Incorporate diced apples for a sweet twist. Use almonds instead of sunflower seeds for a nutty flavor.
- Ingredient Notes: Select fresh, vibrant broccoli florets for crunch. Choose a creamy Greek yogurt, preferably 0% for a lighter option. If you prefer, honey can be substituted with maple syrup or agave syrup. Fresh lemon juice is ideal, but bottled can work in a pinch. Feta can be replaced with crumbled goat cheese or a dairy-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 409mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 4mg