Description
The broccoli salad that will make you forget you’re eating something healthy! Crunchy, creamy, and packed with flavor, this no-guilt version still delivers all the satisfaction you crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 2 medium heads), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup red onion, finely diced (about 1 small onion)
- ½ cup dried cranberries (or raisins)
- ⅓ cup raw sunflower seeds
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat works best)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise (use olive oil-based for extra healthiness)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: ¼ cup crumbled turkey bacon (about 2-3 slices, cooked crisp)
Instructions
- Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets, wash thoroughly and pat dry. Place in a large mixing bowl.
- Finely dice red onion, prepare optional bacon if using, and add to bowl along with dried cranberries and sunflower seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and gently fold until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (2 hours is ideal) to allow flavors to develop.
- Before serving, stir again to redistribute dressing and add any reserved toppings for garnish.