Crisp, crunchy, and slightly sweet — this salad is a fresh, light, and satisfying side or snack!
Ingredients (4 servings, ~1 cup each):
- 2 cups broccoli florets (0 pts)
- 1 large apple, diced (0 pts)
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (0 pts)
- ¼ cup dried cranberries (6 pts, optional)
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds, lightly toasted (4 pts)
Dressing:
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt, plain (full-fat or low-fat) (2 pts)
- 1 Tbsp honey (1 pt)
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice (0 pts)
- Salt & pepper to taste (0 pts)
Instructions:
- Prep the Veggies & Fruit: Chop broccoli into small florets. Peel and thinly slice broccoli stems if desired. Dice the apple. Thinly slice the red onion (soak in ice water for 5 min for milder flavor).
- Make Dressing: Whisk Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Salad: In a large bowl, toss broccoli, apple, red onion, cranberries, and sunflower seeds. Pour dressing over top and gently mix.
- Chill & Serve: Let salad sit in the fridge for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
💙 WW Points: ~3 pts per serving (without dried cranberries: ~2 pts)
✨ Optional Add-ins:
- Nuts (walnuts or almonds) for extra crunch (add points accordingly)
- Feta or goat cheese for a tangy twist
Tips:
- Use Granny Smith apples for crispness
- Toast sunflower seeds for extra flavor
- Keep dressing separate if prepping ahead for maximum crunch
