Creamy Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
Creamy Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is a refreshing side dish bursting with flavor and vibrant colors. This delightful blend of crunchy broccoli and cauliflower, sweet dried cranberries, and a rich creamy dressing made from Greek yogurt and mayonnaise makes it the perfect addition to any summer picnic or family gathering. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it also creates lasting memories around the dining table. Enjoy this delicious salad that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups fresh cauliflower florets
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Wash and cut broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- Blanch broccoli in salted boiling water for 2 minutes, then add cauliflower for another 2 minutes. Drain and cool in an ice bath.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey/maple syrup, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Toss blanched vegetables with cranberries and sunflower seeds/nuts in a large bowl.
- Pour dressing over the salad, mixing gently until well-coated.
- Chill for at least an hour before serving. Garnish with extra seeds/nuts if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg