Crunchy Broccoli and Cranberry Salad with a Creamy Dressing

Ingredients

Broccoli

4 cups, cut into small florets

Dried cranberries

1 cup

Red onion

1/2 cup, finely chopped

Sunflower seeds

1/2 cup, toasted

Bacon

6 strips, cooked and crumbled

Greek yogurt

1/2 cup

Mayonnaise

1/4 cup

Apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons

Honey

1 tablespoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground, or to taste

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, dried cranberries, finely chopped red onion, toasted sunflower seeds, and the crumbled bacon. Toss well to mix.
2. Prepare the dressing: In a separate smaller bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well-blended.
3. Gradually pour the creamy dressing over the broccoli mixture. Toss gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
4. Cover the bowl with a plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour. This allows the flavors to meld together and the broccoli to absorb the dressing.
5. Before serving, give the salad a quick mix to redistribute the dressing. Serve chilled and enjoy!