Description
A delightful mix of fresh broccoli, crisp apples, and toasted sunflower seeds in a creamy dressing, perfect for a nutritious side or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 large apple, chopped
- 1/2 cup toasted sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets and chop apple into cubes.
- Toast the sunflower seeds in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Mix the salad: Combine broccoli, chopped apple, and toasted sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together yogurt, honey, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Combine the dressing with the salad mixture and toss gently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then mix again.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for best flavor.
Notes
For a complete meal, consider adding protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: broccoli salad, apple salad, healthy salad, vegetarian recipe, nutritious side dish