Whole Foods Broccoli Crunch Salad Recipe: A Healthy Delight
This Whole Foods Broccoli Crunch Salad Recipe features fresh broccoli, crunchy sunflower seeds, sweet dried cranberries, and a creamy homemade dressing. A quick and easy salad perfect for potlucks, meal prep, or everyday sides.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 5 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional for a non-vegetarian version)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
First, wash the broccoli florets thoroughly under cold running water. Then, cut them into bite-sized pieces. This step is crucial to ensure the broccoli is clean and perfectly sized for easy eating
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, finely chopped red onion, and shredded carrots. These colorful veggies form the base of our Broccoli Crunch Salad
- 3
Next, add the dried cranberries and sunflower seeds to the vegetable mix. The cranberries provide a sweet contrast, while the sunflower seeds add a delightful crunch
- 4
If you’re including bacon in your salad, make sure it's cooked and crumbled. Add it to the bowl along with the shredded cheddar cheese. This step is optional, but it adds a deliciously savory flavor to the salad
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. This dressing is the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and sweet
- 6
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Use a large spoon or salad tongs to toss everything together until well-coated. Make sure the dressing is evenly distributed throughout the salad
- 7
Before serving, cover the salad and let it sit in the fridge for at least half an hour for the greatest flavor. This enables the flavors to harmoniously blend together.