Description
This fresh and vibrant broccoli crunch salad combines crisp broccoli, sweet apples, tangy cranberries, and crunchy sunflower seeds tossed in a light and creamy Greek yogurt dressing. It’s a refreshing, nutrient-packed side dish that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or healthy everyday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Produce
5 heaping cups broccoli florets, chopped (340 g)
1 cup carrots, shredded (80 g)
1/2 cup dried cranberries (60 g)
1/4 cup sunflower seeds (35 g)
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped (35 g)
1 Honeycrisp apple, chopped (200 g)
Dressing Ingredients
3/4 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt (170 g)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons honey (31 g)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the broccoli into small bite-sized florets and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the shredded carrots, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, chopped red onion, and chopped apple to the bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal per serving