Description
A vibrant and tangy Broccoli Crunch Salad combining fresh broccoli, dried cranberries, crunchy toasted almonds, and salty Manchego cheese, all tossed in a zesty lemon and Dijon mustard dressing perfect for a light and refreshing side dish or snack.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons minced shallots
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Salad
- 1 lb broccoli (chopped into bite size pieces)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup Manchego cheese (diced; or sharp cheddar, feta, etc.)
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds (chopped)
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, white wine vinegar, mayonnaise, minced shallots, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined.
- Incorporate olive oil: Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the dressing into a smooth consistency.
- Season the dressing: Taste the dressing and season with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper according to your preference.
- Toss salad ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, dried cranberries, diced cheese, and toasted almonds.
- Add dressing to salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Rest and serve: Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld, if desired, then serve fresh as a side dish or snack.
Notes
- Letting the salad rest for a few minutes before serving enhances the flavor melding but is optional.
- You can substitute Manchego cheese with sharp cheddar, feta, or your favorite cheese.
- Toasted almonds add a nice crunch; you can also use other nuts like walnuts or pecans.
- Adjust honey and lemon juice to balance sweetness and acidity to your taste.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 226 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 79 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.01 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 6 mg
