Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad

Smothered in a healthy honey mustard dressing, this raw vegetable salad is full of flavor and crunch! Fresh herbs, dried cranberries, almonds, and cheese come together in a delicious combination.

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Servings 1.5-cup servings

Calories 269kcal

Author Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN

Ingredients

Honey mustard dressing

½ cup plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 to 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice from 1 small lemon
2 tablespoons honey
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ small red onion diced, about ½ cup

Salad

3 to 4 cups broccoli florets from 1.5 pounds broccoli or a 10-ounce package florets
3 to 4 cups cauliflower florets from 1.5 pounds cauliflower or a 10-ounce package florets
½ cup slivered almonds
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup sliced chives from a 0.5 oz clamshell container
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill from a 0.5 oz clamshell container

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Instructions

In a measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the diced red onion so that it has time to marinate while you prep the salad.
Prepare the broccoli and cauliflower by cutting the florets into bite-sized pieces. If you are using full heads of these vegetables and not packaged florets, remove the stems and leaves (compost or discard) then cut the florets into bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli and cauliflower, slivered almonds, dried cranberries, cheddar, chives, and dill.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, and mix until coated.
Enjoy right away, or for even better taste, cover the bowl and let it sit in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.
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Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator.
Substitute sunflower or pumpkin seeds for the almonds for a nut-free version.

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