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Easy & Delicious Broccoli Salad (Ready in 15 Minutes)

A quick, nutrient-packed broccoli salad with smoky tamari almonds, pepitas, and a creamy vegan dressing. Perfect for keto, high-protein, or vegan diets, this 15-minute salad is both satisfying and visually stunning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli florets
  • 1/3 cup roasted salted almonds
  • 1/3 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (or fresh raspberries for keto)
  • 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or monk fruit sweetener for keto)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon tamari (or soy sauce)
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prep ingredients: Chop broccoli, chop red onion, and measure out remaining items.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine broccoli, red onion, almonds, pepitas, and dried cranberries.
  3. In a small jar, mix vegan mayo, olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, tamari, smoked paprika, and sea salt until emulsified.
  4. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss until evenly coated. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For keto: Replace dried cranberries with fresh raspberries and use monk fruit sweetener in dressing.
Boost protein with 1/2 cup cubed grilled turkey or hard-boiled eggs.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.