Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and healthy Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Salad—a refreshing side dish that’s as nutrient-packed as it is delicious. Featuring crisp broccoli florets, sweet red bell pepper, crunchy carrots, and tangy red onion, this salad is tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. The optional sprinkle of sliced almonds adds a delightful crunch, making it the perfect addition to any meal. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a colorful contribution to your next potluck. Naturally gluten-free and packed with fresh vegetables, it's a crowd-pleaser you’ll love to serve again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 medium carrot
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, and red onion.

Step 2

Cut the broccoli into bite-size florets.

Step 3

Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.

Step 4

Julienne the carrot into thin matchstick pieces or shred it using a grater.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, and red onion.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 9

If desired, sprinkle sliced almonds on top for added crunch.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(711.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	674.8

Total Fat 51.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1443.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 18.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 257.4mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 638.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.8%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 25.9%