Unusual Broccoli Salad
Discover a vibrant twist on a classic with this Unusual Broccoli Salad—a tantalizing combination of crisp broccoli florets, sweet dried cranberries, savory bacon crumbles, and nutty smoked almonds, all brought together by a creamy Greek yogurt dressing with a tangy hint of lemon and Dijon mustard. This no-cook, 20-minute recipe offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors, from the creamy feta to the crunch of fresh veggies, making it a standout side dish or light main course. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners, this fresh and flavorful salad is a crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it chilled for a refreshing dish that’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup smoked almonds, roughly chopped
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Cut them into bite-sized pieces if necessary.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, red onion slices, dried cranberries, chopped smoked almonds, crumbled feta cheese, and crumbled bacon.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 5
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1023.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1983.9 |
| Total Fat 126.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 314.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5608.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 124.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 79.5g | |
| Protein 88.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 872.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1182.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories