The Best Broccoli Salad
Looking for a delicious and nutritious family-friendly salad? The Best Broccoli Salad is your answer! This crunchy delight combines fresh broccoli, tender chicken, and vibrant dried fruits, all tossed in a creamy dressing that makes it an ideal side dish for potlucks, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. Packed with vitamins and flavor, this salad is sure to win over both kids and adults alike. Quick and easy to prepare, you can whip it up in just 10 minutes and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve. Customize it with your favorite nuts or dried fruits for a personal touch!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- ½ cup crumbled precooked chicken
- ½ cup finely diced red onion
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds or chopped almonds
- ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Blanch if desired.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, chicken, onion, cheese, seeds/nuts, and cranberries.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg