🥦 Skinny Broccoli Salad with a Poppy Seed Dressing 🥗
📋 Ingredients:
For the salad:
4 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
For the poppy seed dressing:
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
Salt and black pepper to taste
📝 Instructions:
1️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli florets, shredded carrots, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, and chopped red onion.
2️⃣ In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
3️⃣ Pour the poppy seed dressing over the broccoli salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
4️⃣ Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5️⃣ Give the salad a final toss before serving.
6️⃣ Garnish with additional sliced almonds or dried cranberries if desired.
📝 Notes:
◻️ Feel free to add other ingredients like diced apples, chopped celery, or crumbled bacon for extra flavor and texture.
◻️ This salad is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
◻️ Adjust the sweetness of the dressing by adding more or less honey or maple syrup according to your taste preferences.
