The Best Broccoli Salad
The Best Broccoli Salad is a vibrant and crunchy dish that bursts with sweet and savory flavors. Fresh broccoli florets mingle with sweet raisins, crispy bacon bits, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing, making it the perfect side for barbecues, picnics, or weekday meals. Quick and easy to prepare, this salad can be customized to suit your taste preferences, ensuring every bite is a delightful explosion of textures and flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Side
- Method: No cooking needed
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 1 cup raisins
- ½ cup sunflower seeds (lightly toasted)
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- ½ cup finely chopped red onion
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Add broccoli florets, raisins, sunflower seeds, bacon bits, and red onion to the bowl. Toss until well coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and chill in the fridge for at least one hour.
- Give it a final toss before serving. Enjoy your colorful salad!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Customize by adding diced apples or dried cranberries for extra sweetness. Substitute sunflower seeds with almonds or walnuts for added crunch. Serve chilled for maximum freshness.