Tangy Low Cal Broccoli Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this Tangy Low Cal Broccoli Salad, a crunchy, refreshing dish that's bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients. Featuring tender-crisp broccoli florets, sweet pops of unsweetened dried cranberries, and the nutty crunch of toasted sunflower seeds, this salad delivers texture in every bite. A creamy yet guilt-free dressing made from non-fat Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard adds the perfect tangy touch, making it a satisfying, low-calorie option for health-conscious diners. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and ideal for meal prep, this salad is a nutrient-rich side dish or light main course that’s perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or potlucks. Serve cold to enjoy its full, vibrant flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets (bite-sized)
• 0.5 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 1 medium carrot (grated)
• 0.25 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
• 0.25 cup toasted sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Trim them into bite-sized pieces if needed.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, chopped red onion, grated carrot, dried cranberries, and toasted sunflower seeds.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, prepare the tangy dressing by whisking together the plain Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 6

Serve cold as a side dish or a light main course. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	823.2 grams (823.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	840

Total Fat 31.00g	40%
Saturated Fat 3.50g	18%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1542mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 117.90g	43%
Dietary Fiber 22.80g	81%
Total Sugars 74.00g
Protein 36.70g	73%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 392mg	30%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 2176mg	46%

*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: 31.1%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 52.6%