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Healthy Broccoli Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing: Easy Crunchy Side Dish

This light and refreshing broccoli salad features crisp broccoli florets tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing with crunchy vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or potluck gatherings, it comes together in just 15 minutes and gets even better as it chills.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 6 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the vegetables: Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli. Cut the florets into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely dice the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes. If using fresh carrots, shred them using a box grater.
  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Combine and toss: In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and shredded carrots. Pour the Greek yogurt dressing over the vegetables and toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  4. Add final touches: Just before serving, sprinkle the sunflower seeds or sliced almonds over the top for added crunch. If using dried cranberries, add them at this stage to maintain their texture.

Notes

This salad is perfect for meal prepping - prepare dressing and chop vegetables up to 3 days in advance. Store separately and combine just before serving. The salad stays fresh for up to 3 days and flavors develop over time.