Description
This Strawberry Broccoli Salad features fresh strawberries and crunchy pecans in a creamy dressing. It’s quick to prepare, making it perfect for a healthy meal or a delightful side dish for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups strawberries sliced
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup candied pecans recipe below
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat to create the candied pecans.
- Add the brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon, stirring until well combined.
- Reduce the heat to low and keep stirring until the mixture is glossy.
- Add the pecans and stir continuously for 3 to 4 minutes until they are coated and caramelized. Transfer to a parchment-lined plate to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, sugar, salt, lemon juice, and poppy seeds until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, sliced strawberries, and red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Top with the candied pecans just before serving and enjoy.
Notes
For a crunchy texture, serve the salad immediately after adding the dressing.
Feel free to substitute walnuts or almonds for the pecans for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg