5 from 30 votes
Broccoli Craisin Salad
Broccoli Craisin Salad features tender-crisp steamed broccoli florets mixed with sweet craisins, crunchy toasted sunflower seeds, and crisp scallions, tossed in a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, white balsamic vinegar, and sugar. Refrigeration allows the flavors to meld, resulting in a refreshing, textured salad that can complement a wide range of meals. It is suitable for those wanting a balance of savory, sweet, and nutty elements.
Prep Time
2 hrs
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Servings:
8
servings
Calories:
237 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 3 pounds broccoli (about 4 heads)
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup craisins
- 8 scallions green part only, chopped into small rings
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (use a vegan mayonnaise to make recipe vegan)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar (gluten free note below)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (you may substitute any preferred sweetener, less or more to taste)
Instructions
- Remove stems from the broccoli heads and chop them into smaller bite-size florets. Pour 1/2 cup of water into a medium pot and bring to a boil. Add broccoli pieces to the pot and cover. Steam the broccoli for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Remove broccoli pieces from the pot with a slotted spoon and place them on two layers of paper towel, allow them to drain and cool completely.
- Toast the sunflower seeds in a skillet over medium heat until lightly browned.
- Place the broccoli florets, craisins, scallions, and toasted sunflower seeds in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar. Add sugar (or preferred sweetener) last, adding a teaspoon at a time until the dressing is sweet enough for your taste.
- Pour dressing over the broccoli mixture. Toss to coat the broccoli evenly with the dressing and thoroughly mix all ingredients.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to marinate. Flavors improve with time. Serve chilled.
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Notes
- Use certified gluten-free mayonnaise and white balsamic vinegar to make this salad suitable for gluten-free diets.
- Adjust sugar amount in the dressing gradually to achieve preferred sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Calories
237kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
5mg
(2%)
Sodium
148mg
(6%)
Potassium
624mg
(13%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
1190IU
(24%)
Vitamin C
154.1mg
(171%)
Calcium
95mg
(10%)
Iron
1.9mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 237
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 237kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 624mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1190IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 154.1mg | 171% |
| Calcium | 95mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.