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The Best Creamy Broccoli Salad: A Vibrant & Nourishing Delight

The Best Creamy Broccoli Salad: A Vibrant & Nourishing Delight

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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Tossing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A refreshing broccoli salad with creamy dressing, halal chicken, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries. Tangy, crunchy, and packed with nutrients.


Ingredients

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1 head broccoli, chopped
1 cup cooked halal chicken, diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F if using pre-cooked ingredients.
Chop broccoli florets and red onion.
Cook and dice halal chicken until crisp.
In a jar, whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
In a large bowl, combine broccoli, chicken, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and red onion.
Toss with dressing until evenly coated.


Notes

Tofu or chickpeas can substitute chicken for vegetarian version.
Add a sprinkle of garlic salt for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg