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Vegan Broccoli Salad
This Vegan Broccoli Salad is a stunning assortment of fresh green florets, dried berries, and crunchies tossed in a light vinaigrette dressing. A merge of amazing colors, flavors, and textures that create a perfect light and refreshing salad. Make this delectable fall raw salad in just 10 minutes!
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 2 - 4 servings
Calories: 549 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- ⅛ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons agave
- 1 ½ teaspoon minced mint
- 1 tablespoon orange juice optional
For the salad:
- 4 cups chopped broccoli
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
- ½ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- In a standard bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, agave, mint, and orange juice (if using), until thoroughly combined.
- In a large bowl, add the broccoli, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries.
- Pour in the dressing and toss it together
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Notes
- Make sure that you dry the broccoli pieces really well to prevent a soggy salad. Dry by giving them a few sharp flicks while holding the stem, then placing them on top of an absorbent cloth or paper towels for a few minutes. Or you can use a salad spinner if you have one.
- Chop the broccoli florets into small bite-sized pieces. This will ensure that they are coated with more dressing making them super flavorful. Plus, smaller pieces of broccoli mean more space in a mouthful for the berries and crunchies.
- Toss the salad with the dressing at least 10 minutes before serving them. This will give the broccoli time to absorb the flavors but not lose the crunchiness.
- When making ahead, do not add the nuts and seeds yet. Toss them right before serving to make sure they do not lose their crunchiness.
Nutrition Information
Calories
549kcal
(27%)
Carbohydrates
51g
(17%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
38g
(58%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
17g
Monounsaturated Fat
14g
Trans Fat
1g
Sodium
64mg
(3%)
Potassium
810mg
(23%)
Fiber
9g
(36%)
Sugar
31g
(62%)
Vitamin A
1161IU
(23%)
Vitamin C
167mg
(186%)
Calcium
123mg
(12%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2- 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 549
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 549kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17g | 100% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 64mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 810mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 1161IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 167mg | 186% |
| Calcium | 123mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.