Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
This salad combines small florets of broccoli and cauliflower with chopped Granny Smith apple, dried cranberries, sliced almonds, and crumbled feta cheese, all tossed in a honey-lemon poppy seed dressing. The mixture offers a refreshing blend of crunchy vegetables, tart fruit, nutty crunch, and creamy, salty cheese. The dressing’s balance of sweetness and acidity ties the components together well. It can be served immediately or chilled, making it a crisp and colorful side dish for various meals.
Ingredients
Salad:
- 1 broccoli large head
- 1 cauliflower medium head
- 1 apple Granny Smith
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup almond sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup mayonnaise or 1/2 cup mayo and 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, real
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- Cut broccoli and cauliflower into small florets and add to a large bowl.
- Chop the apple and add it to the same bowl.
- Add the cranberries, almond slices, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix all the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to combine. Taste and add salt if necessary.
- You can serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 425
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 425kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 435mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 580mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 583IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 106mg | 118% |
| Calcium | 189mg | 19% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.