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The Best Broccoli Salad

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The Best Broccoli Salad is a refreshing, healthy dish combining fresh broccoli, sweet raisins, sunflower seeds, and a tangy, creamy dressing. It’s a simple, flavorful side dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

4 cups fresh broccoli florets

1/2 cup unsalted sunflower seeds

1/2 cup dried raisins

1/4 cup finely chopped red onion (soaked in cold water)

1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Broccoli: Cut the broccoli into small florets. You can also lightly steam or blanch the broccoli for 1-2 minutes to make it more tender, but this is optional.
  2. Soak the Onion: Place the chopped red onion in a bowl of cold water and let it soak for about 10 minutes to reduce its sharpness.
  3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well until the dressing is smooth.
  4. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, soaked red onion, sunflower seeds, and raisins.
  5. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated.
  6. Chill and Serve: Let the salad sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. You can also serve it immediately if you’re short on time.

Notes

You can swap sunflower seeds for chopped nuts like almonds, walnuts, or pecans for extra crunch.

Add fresh fruit like apple slices or grapes for additional sweetness and texture.

Use a vegan mayonnaise or non-dairy yogurt for a dairy-free option.

Crumbled feta or shredded cheddar cheese would also add a savory twist to the salad.

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