Unusual Broccoli Salad

Discover a vibrant twist on a classic with this Unusual Broccoli Salad—a tantalizing combination of crisp broccoli florets, sweet dried cranberries, savory bacon crumbles, and nutty smoked almonds, all brought together by a creamy Greek yogurt dressing with a tangy hint of lemon and Dijon mustard. This no-cook, 20-minute recipe offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors, from the creamy feta to the crunch of fresh veggies, making it a standout side dish or light main course. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners, this fresh and flavorful salad is a crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it chilled for a refreshing dish that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup smoked almonds, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Cut them into bite-sized pieces if necessary.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, red onion slices, dried cranberries, chopped smoked almonds, crumbled feta cheese, and crumbled bacon.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1023.4 grams (1023.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1984

Total Fat 126.60g	162%
Saturated Fat 39.70g	199%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 315mg	105%
Sodium 5609mg	244%
Total Carbohydrate 124.50g	45%
Dietary Fiber 15.90g	57%
Total Sugars 79.50g
Protein 88.10g	176%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 873mg	67%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 1182mg	25%

*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: 57.3%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 25.0%