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Healthy Broccoli Salad Recipe with Creamy Greek Yogurt Dressing

This easy broccoli salad features a healthy Greek yogurt dressing instead of traditional mayonnaise, making it lower in calories but higher in flavor. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or quick weeknight sides, this crunchy veggie salad comes together in 15 minutes and gets even better as it chills.
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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, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup carrots, shredded or julienned
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or slivered almonds
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
  • 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
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash the broccoli thoroughly and chop into bite-sized florets. You can also use the broccoli stems - simply peel the tough outer layer and chop them into small pieces. For extra crunch, you can leave the broccoli raw, or blanch it quickly for 30 seconds in boiling water then transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, sliced red onion, shredded carrots, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries (if using), and fresh parsley. Toss gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Notes

This salad actually improves with time, making it perfect for meal prep. The dressing helps soften the broccoli slightly while maintaining its crunch. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.