Mediterranean Broccoli Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with bold flavors, this Mediterranean Broccoli Salad is a nutritious twist on classic flavors from the Mediterranean kitchen! Featuring crisp blanched broccoli, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, tangy kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, this salad is a vibrant medley of textures and tastes. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and oregano, it’s a refreshing side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, seafood, or even as a light standalone lunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for meal prep, summer gatherings, or adding a Mediterranean flair to your everyday meals. Healthy, colorful, and oh-so-delicious, this is the ultimate broccoli salad you’ll want on repeat!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.

Step 2

Drain the broccoli and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain well and set aside.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces and roughly chop the parsley.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

In a large serving bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and parsley.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Crumble the feta cheese on top and gently toss again, keeping the cheese slightly visible as garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately or cover and chill in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1062.8 grams (1062.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1049

Total Fat 89.00g	114%
Saturated Fat 19.90g	99%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 3590mg	156%
Total Carbohydrate 51.40g	19%
Dietary Fiber 21.20g	76%
Total Sugars 15.20g
Protein 27.70g	55%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 760mg	58%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 931mg	20%

*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: 71.7%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 18.4%