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Creamy Broccoli Crunch Salad Perfection in 15 Min

Creamy Broccoli Crunch Salad
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A delightful and easy-to-make salad featuring fresh broccoli, crunchy sunflower seeds, sweet raisins, and a creamy, tangy dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a nutritious side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup sunflower seeds, unsalted
  • 1 cup raisins or dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the broccoli: Rinse the broccoli florets under cold water and pat dry. Cut them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Chop the vegetables: Dice the red bell pepper and finely chop the red onion.
  3. Shred the carrots: If not using pre-shredded carrots, grate fresh carrots using a box grater or a food processor.
  4. Toast the sunflower seeds: In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the sunflower seeds for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently. This enhances their flavor.
  5. Mix the dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  6. Combine the salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the broccoli, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, red onion, toasted sunflower seeds, and raisins.
  7. Add the dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
  8. Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Serve: Before serving, give the salad a final toss to ensure an even distribution of the dressing.

Notes

  • For best flavor and texture, select fresh broccoli with firm stems and tightly closed florets.
  • Adjust the dressing sweetness with more honey or tang with additional vinegar to your preference.
  • Consider adding crispy bacon bits or crumbled feta for extra flavor.
  • The salad is delicious served immediately after preparation.

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