Who would have thought that such an arbitrary mix of ingredients would make such a delicious dish? The soft and slightly tangy cranberries complement the crispy broccoli in a marvelous way, and the sweet, creamy dressing makes it come together perfectly.
Forget that it’s January and imagine you are on a cozy blanket with the summer sun on your skin and a gentle breeze blowing through your hair. This salad is a perfect accompaniment to the picnic of your summer dreams. But this flavorful dish is also great for any potlucks or just as a side dish for a regular dinner.
This broccoli based salad is crisp, fresh, sweet and bright. You’re guaranteed to love it.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ sunflower seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- In a bowl, combine honey, apple cider vinegar, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Stir until fully combined and set aside.
- In a larger bowl, combine the cranberries, broccoli, and sunflower seeds and stir to incorporate.
- Drizzle the broccoli mixture with the mayonnaise mixture, stir until coated evenly.
- Refrigerate covered for at least one hour before serving.