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Healthy Broccoli Salad with Cranberries and Almonds

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A crisp and refreshing broccoli salad featuring dried cranberries, toasted almonds, and a light tangy dressing made with Greek yogurt and honey. Perfect for a quick, healthy side or light lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups broccoli florets (about 300 grams), chopped into bite-size pieces
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries (about 75 grams)
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds (about 35 grams), toasted
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (120 ml), full-fat or low-fat
  • 1 tablespoon honey (15 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (15 ml)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of pepper

Instructions

  1. Rinse and chop 4 cups (300 g) of broccoli florets into small, bite-sized pieces. Pat dry with a kitchen towel to avoid watery salad.
  2. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add 1/3 cup (35 g) sliced almonds and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, combine 1/2 cup (120 ml) plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey, and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir or shake vigorously until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a medium bowl, toss the prepared broccoli with 1/2 cup (75 g) dried cranberries and the toasted almonds. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Notes

Use fresh broccoli for best crunch; frozen broccoli can be used if thawed and patted dry thoroughly. Toast almonds carefully to avoid burning. Do not overdress the salad to keep it crisp. Chill salad for at least 15 minutes before serving. Optional add-ins include red onion, feta cheese, or seasonal fruits like blueberries or apples. For vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt and honey with maple syrup.

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Keywords: broccoli salad, healthy salad, cranberry salad, almond salad, quick salad, gluten-free, vegetarian, light lunch, easy recipe

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