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Broccoli Cashew Salad

A vibrant and healthy broccoli cashew salad, perfect as a side dish or light meal. Crisp broccoli florets are tossed with crunchy cashews, a tangy dressing, and a hint of sweetness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Broccoli florets
  • 0.5 cup Cashews, roasted and chopped
  • 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
  • 0.25 cup Dried cranberries

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Blanch broccoli florets in boiling water for 2 minutes, then immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain well.
  • In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cashews, red onion, and cranberries.
  • Whisk together the dressing ingredients (see dressing recipe) and pour over the salad. Toss gently to combine.
  • Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

For a creamier salad, add a dollop of Greek yogurt or mayonnaise to the dressing. You can also substitute other nuts or seeds for the cashews.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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