Broccoli Pecan Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and crunchy Broccoli Pecan Salad, a delightful blend of fresh flavors and textures that’s sure to impress! Packed with crisp broccoli florets, sweet dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and a touch of savory shredded cheddar cheese, this easy-to-make salad is tossed in a creamy dressing made with a harmonious blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, and tangy apple cider vinegar. Perfect for potlucks, meal prep, or as a side dish for any dinner, this nutritious recipe is ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and can be served chilled for a refreshing twist. Bursting with wholesome ingredients and rich flavor, this broccoli salad is a crowd-pleasing favorite that has it all—sweet, savory, crunchy, and creamy in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Broccoli florets
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.75 cup Pecans
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1.5 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool.

Step 2

Wash and dry the broccoli florets. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and add them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.

Step 4

Add the dried cranberries, shredded cheddar cheese, and cooled toasted pecans to the bowl.

Step 5

In a separate smaller bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Give the salad a final stir before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	873.4 grams (873.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2118

Total Fat 158.80g	204%
Saturated Fat 24.70g	123%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.20g
Cholesterol 180mg	60%
Sodium 1974mg	86%
Total Carbohydrate 150.40g	55%
Dietary Fiber 22.10g	79%
Total Sugars 93.20g
Protein 38.80g	78%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 698mg	54%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 544mg	12%

*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: 65.4%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 27.5%