Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 head of broccoli, chopped (500g)
- 1/2 cup red onion, sliced (50g)
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds (50g)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries (25g)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (60g)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (60g)
- 2 tablespoons honey (30g)
- 1 teaspoon curry powder (2g)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
None
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, red onion, almonds, and cranberries.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, curry powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Colorful and visually appealing
- Balanced flavors of sweet, savory, and tangy
- Crunchy texture from the broccoli and almonds
- Refreshing and light side dish
User Comments:
- "This salad is so delicious and healthy. It's perfect for a summer barbecue or picnic."
- "I love the curry flavor in this salad. It's a nice twist on the classic broccoli salad."
- "This salad is really easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests."
- "The combination of broccoli, cranberries, and almonds is so refreshing and satisfying."
- "This salad is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have dried cranberries, you can substitute raisins or dried cherries.
- To make the salad ahead of time, prepare it up to the point of adding the dressing. Then, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Add the dressing just before serving.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the honey and use agave nectar instead.