Name: Fresh & Crunchy Broccoli Salad
Ingredients: For this recipe, you will need 2 cups of fresh broccoli florets. Choose bright green florets with no yellowing or wilting. Broccoli is rich in vitamins K and C and provides dietary fiber, making it both nutritious and filling.; Use half of a medium red onion, finely chopped. Red onions add a sharp yet sweet flavor that contrasts beautifully with the crispness of the broccoli. They also bring antioxidants to your dish.; You will need 1 cup of shredded carrots. Carrots contribute natural sweetness along with a nice crunch. They are high in beta-carotene and other vitamins essential for good health.; Add 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds for added texture and nutrition. These seeds provide healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E, enhancing the overall health benefits of your salad.; Incorporate 1/3 cup of dried cranberries to balance the flavors with some sweetness. They are rich in antioxidants and add a chewy texture that complements the crunchiness of the vegetables.; Use 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt as part of the dressing. Greek yogurt offers creaminess while being lower in calories compared to traditional mayonnaise-based dressings.; You will need 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar for acidity in your dressing. It adds tanginess that helps brighten the flavors in your salad.; Add 1 tablespoon of honey to sweeten your dressing slightly without overpowering it. Honey is natural and brings depth to the overall taste profile.; 

Description

If you’re looking for a light and refreshing dish, this fresh & crunchy broccoli salad is the answer. Packed with nutrients and vibrant flavors, it’s perfect as a side or a main meal. This recipe combines fresh broccoli with a delightful dressing that enhances its natural taste while adding a satisfying crunch. You can whip up this delicious salad in just a few minutes, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or potlucks.

Ingredients

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Broccoli

For this recipe, you will need 2 cups of fresh broccoli florets. Choose bright green florets with no yellowing or wilting. Broccoli is rich in vitamins K and C and provides dietary fiber, making it both nutritious and filling.

Red Onion

Use half of a medium red onion, finely chopped. Red onions add a sharp yet sweet flavor that contrasts beautifully with the crispness of the broccoli. They also bring antioxidants to your dish.

Carrots

You will need 1 cup of shredded carrots. Carrots contribute natural sweetness along with a nice crunch. They are high in beta-carotene and other vitamins essential for good health.

Sunflower Seeds

Add 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds for added texture and nutrition. These seeds provide healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E, enhancing the overall health benefits of your salad.

Dried Cranberries

Incorporate 1/3 cup of dried cranberries to balance the flavors with some sweetness. They are rich in antioxidants and add a chewy texture that complements the crunchiness of the vegetables.

Greek Yogurt

Use 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt as part of the dressing. Greek yogurt offers creaminess while being lower in calories compared to traditional mayonnaise-based dressings.

Apple Cider Vinegar

You will need 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar for acidity in your dressing. It adds tanginess that helps brighten the flavors in your salad.

Honey

Add 1 tablespoon of honey to sweeten your dressing slightly without overpowering it. Honey is natural and brings depth to the overall taste profile.