Skinny Broccoli Salad
This lightened up Skinny Broccoli Salad gets a delicious crunch from the sunflower kernels and crisp broccoli, with a delicious healthy dressing made from Greek yogurt!
So after my post from the other day for that amazingly decadent Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Pie, I figured a lighter recipe was in order.
I love Broccoli Salad. With such a healthy main ingredient, it only seems right that it be given an equally nutritious dressing to coat it in. Replacing the mayo with plain Greek yogurt bumps up the protein, yet cuts back on the unhealthy fats and calories. Plus, it tastes just as delicious!
I made this to go alongside some Ranch Turkey Burgers for dinner. It was a great Friday night, summer meal. All that was missing was a glass of Sangria. Recipe for that might be coming soon. 🙂
We are looking forward to having family come and visit us from the mainland in a couple of days. My son is so excited and keeps asking everyday if it’s time to go pick up his auntie. We are excited for our daughter to meet her auntie for the first time! Hawaii is a beautiful place to be stationed and we do love it here, but the distance is definitely a downside. But at least it’s a fun place to visit; when family can save up the funds. 🙂
I hope y’all have a lovely weekend! And if you’re grilling, try whipping up some Skinny Broccoli Salad to go with your meal. Enjoy!
Recipe: Skinny Broccoli Salad
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of broccoli,, chopped into small pieces
- 1/4 cup red onion,, diced
- 1/4 cup sunflower kernels
- 1/4 cup raisins,, or 1 (1 oz) box
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 TB sugar
- 1 1/2 TB white vinegar
- 3-4 slices bacon,, cooked crisp and crumbled
Instructions
- Combine broccoli, sunflower kernels, raisins, and bacon in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Stir together Greek yogurt, sugar, and vinegar in a small bowl. Pour over the top of broccoli mixture and stir evenly to coat.
- Tastes great when served immediately. If you need to refrigerate it for later, you may want to prepare a bit more of the dressing to add in case it gets a little dry.
Oh yum!!! My mom used to make a yummy broccoli salad similar to this and I’ve never tried, thanks for the inspiration!!
I love broccoli but never had this sald, would love to try this recipe I’m sure it tastes good.
Oh this recipe sounds really delicious! I’m going to try it soon ☺️
I’m a big fan of broccoli, and this recipe sounds so inviting! Definitely going to try this delicious broccoli salad!
As much as I love broccoli, I don’t think I’ve ever had broccoli salad before. Sounds delicious!
This salad is totally up my alley! YUM!
What is the serving size for these measurements? Thanks. PS…I tried chopped pecans as I didn’t have any bacon on hand and a bit of lime and it’s very tasty too.
Great recipe. I’m making it for the third time.
I’ve been working from home and trying to find different things I can make for lunch, this will be perfect!
This is one of my favorite side dishes to see at cookouts. I love that this recipe is for a lightened up version.
What a delicious recipe. Will try it soon.
I love broccoli salad! and your version looks very tasty!
I am excited to try this! I just love broccoli and this salad looks incredible.
Just made it! Yummy! Didn’t have raisins or bacon but did add a touch of cheddar cheese. Was so good!
I made it tonight, along wiyh some smoked ribs and rice pilaf and it was DELICIOUS! Thank you 😊
Hi how long will this last in fridge? A day or two? Thanks!!!
Hi Jessica! Yes, I’d say up to 3 days in the fridge.
I make this salad religiously! I actually have had it last 5 days! If I put in one of my Tupperware food saver containers it lasts 7 but I literally will triple this batch bc it’s a huge family favorite! I add sliced almonds and turkey bacon as well!