Healthy Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing
Servings: 6 up to 8
- 1 small broccoli (about ¾ pound / 340 grams)
- 1 small cauliflower (about ¾ pound / 340 grams)
- 1 small red onion finely chopped
- ¾ cup (100 g) sun-dried tomatoes drained from oil and chopped
- ½ cup (70 g) dried cranberries
- ¼ cup (40 g) almonds toasted and chopped
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds or other seeds
For the Dressing
- 1 cup (240 g) Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or vegan mayo - optional
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste + black pepper
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk 1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional), 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon honey, ¾ teaspoon salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Chop the Veggies: Cut 1 small broccoli and 1 small cauliflower into bite-sized florets and small stem pieces. Add to a large bowl.
- Add the Toppings: Stir in 1 small red onion (chopped), ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped), ½ cup dried cranberries, ¼ cup almonds (chopped), and 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds.
- Toss and Chill: Combine with dressing, toss well, and chill 15–20 minutes before serving.
Substitutions
- Broccoli → Blanched green beans or snap peas.
- Cauliflower → Romanesco or shredded cabbage.
- Red Onion → Shallots or green onions.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes → Roasted red peppers or cherry tomatoes.
- Dried Cranberries → Raisins, chopped dates, or pomegranate seeds.
- Almonds → Walnuts, pecans, or pumpkin seeds.
- Sunflower Seeds → Flax seeds, hemp seeds, or chia seeds.
- Greek Yogurt → Non-dairy yogurt or Skyr.
- Mayonnaise → Skip it or use vegan mayo.
- Apple Cider Vinegar → White wine vinegar or lemon juice.
- Dijon Mustard → Yellow mustard or spicy brown mustard.
- Honey → Maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Chop veggies small → Easier to eat and gives the best flavor mix.
- Toast the nuts → Adds crunch and deeper flavor; use a skillet, oven, or air fryer.
- Soak the onion → A quick 10-minute soak in cold water makes it milder.
- Pick good yogurt → Thick Greek yogurt keeps it creamy and light, great for a no mayo broccoli cauliflower salad.
- Taste as you go → Adjust vinegar, honey, or mustard until the dressing is just right.
- Chill before serving → A short rest in the fridge makes it a creamy broccoli cauliflower salad with crisp veggies.
- Make ahead friendly → This healthy summer salad recipe holds up well for meal prep or potlucks.
