Broccoli Salad with Lemon Yogurt Dressing
Bright, fresh, and full of flavor, this Broccoli Salad with Lemon Yogurt Dressing is a wholesome twist on a classic side dish! Packed with crunchy broccoli florets, crisp carrots, sweet dried cranberries, and nutty sunflower seeds, this salad offers a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. The creamy lemon yogurt dressing, made with zesty lemon juice and Greek yogurt, adds a tangy and lightly sweet touch that perfectly complements the freshness of the vegetables. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy recipe is ideal for healthy meal prep, potlucks, or a quick side dish for dinner. Serve it chilled for maximum flavor!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (chopped) Fresh broccoli
- 0.5 cup (diced) Red onion
- 0.5 cup Shredded carrots
- 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli. Chop it into bite-sized florets and add them to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
2. Dice the red onion and shred the carrots, then add them to the bowl with the broccoli.
Step 3
3. Toss in the sunflower seeds and dried cranberries for added crunch and sweetness.
Step 4
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.
Step 5
5. Pour the lemon yogurt dressing over the broccoli mixture. Using a large spoon, toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 6
6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 7
7. Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (792.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 885.1 |
| Total Fat 43.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g | |
| Cholesterol 42.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1471.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 104.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.5g | |
| Protein 31.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 388.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1964.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories