Broccoli Salad
This vibrant Broccoli Salad is a delightful mix of fresh, crunchy broccoli, sweet diced apples, crispy bacon, and a creamy dressing. It's perfect as a side dish or a light meal, offering a healthy balance of flavors and textures.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 cutting board
- 1 serving platter
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets About 2 large heads.
- 1 medium apple, diced About 1 cup.
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled About 4 slices.
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper To taste.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, diced apple, raisins, crumbled bacon, red onion, and sunflower seeds. Gently toss to mix all the ingredients evenly.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss gently to coat the salad evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Feel free to customize the salad by adding other ingredients such as shredded carrots, chopped nuts, or additional fruits.
- For a lighter version, you can reduce the amount of mayonnaise and substitute it with more Greek yogurt.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
Feel free to customize the salad by adding other ingredients such as shredded carrots, chopped nuts, or additional fruits like grapes or mandarins. For a lighter version, you can reduce the amount of mayonnaise and substitute it with more Greek yogurt. This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.