Healthy Broccoli Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 ½ pounds fresh broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
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1 cup fresh blueberries
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¼ cup finely chopped red onion
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½ cup dried cranberries
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¼ cup sunflower seeds
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1 large apple, chopped into bite-size pieces
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ For the homemade dressing
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1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
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¼ cup honey
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon poppy seeds
# Instructions:
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Place broccoli, blueberries, red onion, cranberries, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl. In a small bowl, toss apple pieces with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and add to the large bowl.
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In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and poppy seeds until smooth.
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Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Best enjoyed within one day after tossing with the dressing.
# Notes:
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For a richer dressing, you can substitute 1 cup mayonnaise for the Greek yogurt and reduce honey to 3 tablespoons.
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Apple cider vinegar can replace lemon juice in the dressing if preferred.
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For optimal freshness, store the salad and dressing in separate containers and combine just before serving.