Description
Brighten up any meal with this fresh broccoli salad, bursting with vibrant colors and zesty flavors. Crunchy broccoli florets, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing come together for a delightful dish that’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or holiday gatherings. With the added crunch of sunflower seeds, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. Make it your new go-to recipe for every occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces; ensure they are dry before mixing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, and sunflower seeds. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Toss again before serving; garnish with extra sunflower seeds or feta cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 3mg