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Healthy Broccoli Salad Recipe with Greek Yogurt Dressing

This healthy broccoli salad features a light Greek yogurt dressing instead of heavy mayo, making it a nutritious side dish perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or quick meals. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crunchy veggie salad is naturally low-calorie and packed with fresh flavors from broccoli, red onion, dried cranberries, seeds, and carrots.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrots
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash and chop the broccoli into small, bite-sized florets. You can include some of the tender stems for extra crunch and nutrition.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, red onion, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, shredded carrots, and fresh parsley.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and sea salt until smooth and creamy.
  4. Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Give the salad a final stir before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with extra seeds or herbs if desired.

Notes

For best texture, don't overcook the broccoli - it should be crisp-tender. The salad gets even better as it sits, making it perfect for meal prep. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.