Description
This Healthy Broccoli Salad without bacon is a refreshing and nutritious side dish perfect for summer barbecues and potlucks. Made with crunchy broccoli florets, tangy red onion, sunflower seeds, sweet dried cranberries, and creamy feta cheese, it’s tossed in a light Greek yogurt and mayonnaise dressing sweetened with honey and brightened with lemon juice. This salad is gluten-free, vegetarian, and combines creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures for a delightful eating experience.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups broccoli florets (about one large bunch)
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plain 0% Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the broccoli florets, finely diced red onion, unsalted sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and crumbled feta cheese. Mix gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Toss gently yet thoroughly so that every piece of broccoli and other ingredients are coated with the creamy dressing.
- Chill Salad: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours. Chilling allows the flavors to meld beautifully. The salad can be stored refrigerated for 2 to 3 days for best freshness.
Notes
- This broccoli salad is a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional bacon-loaded versions.
- The Greek yogurt dressing keeps it light and creamy without sacrificing taste.
- Make sure to refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let flavors develop and the salad chill properly.
- Perfect for summer gatherings as a nutritious, crunchy, sweet, and tangy side.
- This recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian friendly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 409 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 4 mg