Healthy Broccoli Salad With Creamy Avocado Dressing Recipes

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BROCCOLI SALAD



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Broccoli salad features broccoli, cheese, bacon, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries. The salad is further enhanced with a creamy mayo-based dressing that is naturally sweetened and loaded with flavor.

Provided by Chelsea Lords

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 13

5-6 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sharp Cheddar cheese, (cut into small cubes)
1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
10 slices center-cut bacon, (cooked and crumbled)
1/2 cup salted sunflower seeds (no shells)
1/3 cup diced red onion (Note 1)
3/4 cup full-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 and 1/2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, (optional)
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • BROCCOLI: Remove the stems from the broccoli and cut into small bite-sized pieces.
  • SALAD: Combine the chopped broccoli, 1 cup cubed Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons dried cranberries, and 1/3 cup diced red onion (See Note 1).
  • DRESSING: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: 3/4 cup full-fat mayo, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 and 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 3 tablespoons honey, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  • DRESS SALAD: Combine the dressing with the salad. Cover and chill for 30 minutes to 1 one hour. Toss again after chilling.
  • FINISHING: Right before serving, add the cooked and crumbled bacon and 1/2 cup sunflower seeds. Toss and serve.
  • STORAGE: Salad is best eaten the same day it is made.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 kcal, ServingSize 8 as a side, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Protein 12.5 g, Fat 42.2 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 502.1 mg, Fiber 3.1 g, Sugar 17.2 g

HEALTHY BROCCOLI SALAD WITH CREAMY AVOCADO DRESSING



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This Healthy Broccoli Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing has been a go-to for us for many years now and we never get tired of it! It's made without mayo and instead has an avocado dressing that's so tasty with fresh juicy grapes and toasty pumpkin seeds.

Provided by Get Inspired Everyday!

Categories     Salad     Healthy     Side Dish     Vegan     Vegetarian     Paleo     Pescatarian     Kid-Friendly     Easy     Quick     Dairy-Free     Shellfish-Free     Gluten-Free     Egg-Free     Soy-Free     Summer     Food Processor     Fish-Free     Fridge     Peanut-Free     Tree Nut-Free     Grain-Free     Sugar-Free     Tomato-Free

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound Broccoli
0.5 pound Carrot
1 pound Red Grape
1/2 cup Pumpkin Seeds
2 Avocado
1/4 cup Lemon Juice
2 teaspoon Sea Salt

Steps:

  • Cut the Broccoli (1 pound) crowns away from the stems, then peel the stems of the broccoli and cut them into small pieces.
  • Place the broccoli crowns and peeled stems in a food processor fitted with a chopping blade and pulse in 2 batches until small bite-sized pieces remain. Set aside in a big bowl.
  • Fit the food processor with the grater attachment and grate the Carrot (0.5 pound). Set aside with the broccoli.
  • Add the Red Grape (1 pound) and Pumpkin Seeds (1/2 cup) and toss together.
  • Rinse the bowl and place it back on the base with the chopping blade for the dressing. Peel the Avocado (2) and remove the pit. Place them in the food processor, add the Lemon Juice (1/4 cup) and Sea Salt (2 teaspoon), and process until mostly smooth.
  • Toss the dressing with the salad and serve. Salad can be refrigerated for a few hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Protein 2.3 g, Fat 4.2 g, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Sugar 5.7 g, Sodium 326.9 mg, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, UnsaturatedFat 3.1 g

HEALTHY BROCCOLI SALAD WITH CREAMY AVOCADO DRESSING



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This Healthy Broccoli Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing is made without mayo, but it's still oh so creamy! It comes together in just minutes thanks to the food processor. And it's the perfect fresh veggies side dish for simple dinners and bbq's. It's gluten free, dairy free, paleo, and vegan so it works for almost everyone as well. It's a long time favorite of ours and I hope it turns into a new favorite in your household too!

Provided by Get Inspired Everyday!

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound broccoli (2 small heads)
1/2 pound carrots, peeled
1 pound red grapes, quartered
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted
2 avocados
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon sea salt, more or less to taste

Steps:

  • Cut the broccoli crowns away from the stems, then peel the stems of the broccoli and cut them into small pieces. Place the broccoli crowns and peeled stems in a food processor fitted with a chopping blade and pulse in 2 batches until small bite sized pieces remain. Set aside in a big bowl.
  • Fit the food processor with the grater attachment and grate the carrots. Set aside with the broccoli. Add the grapes and toasted pumpkin seeds and toss together.
  • Rinse the bowl and place it back on the base with the chopping blade for the dressing. Peel the avocados and remove the pit. Place all ingredients in the food processor and process until mostly smooth.
  • Toss dressing with the salad and serve. Salad can be refrigerated for a few hours.

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