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Healthy Cranberry Broccoli Salad

A refreshing, creamy, and nutritious salad made with fresh broccoli, cranberries, and a light Greek yogurt dressing — perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets chopped small
  • 0.5 red onion finely diced
  • 0.75 cup dried cranberries
  • 0.5 cup roasted sunflower seeds or slivered almonds
  • 0.5 cup shredded carrots optional
Dressing
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise optional for creaminess
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Chop broccoli into small florets and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add diced red onion, cranberries, sunflower seeds, and shredded carrots.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving to blend flavors.

Notes

For extra crunch, add toasted almonds or pumpkin seeds before serving.