Description
Enjoy a refreshing and vibrant fresh broccoli salad that’s perfect for any occasion! This delightful dish combines crisp broccoli florets, sweet cherry tomatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and a zesty vinaigrette. Bursting with flavor and texture, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also a beautiful addition to your table. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners, it promises to impress guests while keeping things light and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the broccoli under cool water and chop into bite-sized florets.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Pour the dressing over and toss until evenly coated.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and sunflower seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg