Nutrition Facts for Holiday broccoli and cauliflower salad

Holiday Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad

Brighten up your festive table with this vibrant Holiday Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad, the perfect blend of crisp veggies, tangy dressing, and sweet, nutty accents. Featuring fresh broccoli and cauliflower florets paired with pops of dried cranberries and crunchy sunflower seeds, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. A creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, and apple cider vinegar adds a delightful balance of sweetness and tang, making each bite irresistible. Whether served as a colorful side for your holiday feast or a make-ahead dish for potlucks, this chilled salad is a crowd-pleaser that brings texture, flavor, and festive cheer to the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100
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Prep Time:20 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:20 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Broccoli florets
  • 4 cups Cauliflower florets
  • 0.5 medium Red onion
  • 0.75 cup Dried cranberries
  • 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain)
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the broccoli and cauliflower florets.

Step 2

Chop the broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized pieces and place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely dice half a medium red onion and add it to the bowl.

Step 4

Add the dried cranberries and sunflower seeds to the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the broccoli and cauliflower mixture and toss well to coat evenly.

Step 7

Cover the salad bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Before serving, give the salad a final toss and taste to adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a side dish or part of your holiday spread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (1460.2g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 2921.0
Total Fat 209.5g 0%
Saturated Fat 19.9g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g
Cholesterol 239.2mg 0%
Sodium 2047.6mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 229.4g 0%
Dietary Fiber 33.8g 0%
Total Sugars 125.5g
Protein 43.8g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 432.0mg 0%
Iron 8.5mg 0%
Potassium 2209.7mg 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: 63.3%
Protein: 5.9%
Carbs: 30.8%