This Broccoli Cranberry Salad is a tasty and vibrant dish that can serve as a light lunch or a delightful side for dinner. It strikes a wonderful balance of flavors, merging the earthy notes of broccoli with the sweetness of cranberries. The dressing adds a rich, tangy creaminess to the salad. Preparation is quick, taking just 10 minutes, and it uses basic ingredients you likely already have on hand.
For this salad, gather fresh broccoli florets, a broccoli slaw mix, dried cranberries, salted sunflower seeds, mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and granulated sugar. Chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces and whisk the dressing ingredients together until smooth. In a separate bowl, combine the broccoli slaw, fresh broccoli, cranberries, and sunflower seeds. Then, drizzle the dressing over the mixture and stir well to incorporate everything. If you wish, feel free to add extras like bacon bits, chicken breast, or nuts to transform it into a heartier main dish.
This Broccoli Cranberry Salad pairs well with a variety of meals, such as grilled teriyaki chicken, ribeye steak, soups, and sandwiches. It remains fresh for about two days in the fridge when dressed or up to four days if the dressing is kept separate. Enjoy!
