Broccoli Mandarin Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Broccoli Mandarin Salad is a delightful mix of crisp textures and fruity sweetness that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender broccoli florets, juicy mandarin oranges, crunchy sliced almonds, and tangy dried cranberries, this salad is both wholesome and visually stunning. A creamy, zesty homemade dressing made with Greek yogurt, honey, and apple cider vinegar ties it all together, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with vibrant, nutrient-rich ingredients, this chilled salad makes a refreshing side dish for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Treat your taste buds to a healthy bowl of vibrant goodness with this easy and crowd-pleasing recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups mandarin oranges
• 1 small red onion
• 0.5 cups sliced almonds
• 0.5 cups dried cranberries
• 0.5 cups Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cups mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly and cut them into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Peel the red onion and slice it into thin strips.

Step 3

Drain and lightly pat dry the mandarin oranges to remove excess liquid.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, mandarin oranges, red onion strips, sliced almonds, and dried cranberries.

Step 5

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and fully combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a delicious and healthy side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1171.7 grams (1171.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1509

Total Fat 78.90g	101%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 63mg	21%
Sodium 1500mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 175.90g	64%
Dietary Fiber 31.00g	111%
Total Sugars 116.00g
Protein 38.60g	77%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 627mg	48%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 1446mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 44.9%