Broccoli Salad with Cranberries and Almonds

This vibrant broccoli salad is a delightful blend of fresh broccoli, sweet cranberries, and crunchy almonds. Tossed in a light dressing, it makes for a refreshing side dish or a nutritious lunch option. Enjoy the perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite!
This recipe is american style, lunch, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep.
Prep: 15 min · Total: 15 min · Serves: 6
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include red onion, black pepper, broccoli florets, honey.
- Follow all 4 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups broccoli florets (chopped)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli florets, dried cranberries, toasted sliced almonds, and finely chopped red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 5 g
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.