Broccoli salad

Quick and Easy Broccoli Cranberry Crunch Salad

This refreshing Broccoli Cranberry Crunch Salad brings together a delightful mix of textures and flavors with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at dinner, this salad is both easy to prepare and incredibly delicious. With the sweetness of dried cranberries, the crunch of fresh broccoli and walnuts, and the creamy blend of mayonnaise and Italian dressing, this salad is sure to become a favorite at your table.

Ingredients

🥦 1 head of broccoli, chopped
🧅 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
🍇 1/3 cup of dried cranberries
🌰 1/3 cup of walnuts, chopped
🥫 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
🥗 1/4 cup of Italian dressing
🌿 1/2 teaspoon of oregano

Instructions

1- Prepare the Ingredients:

Chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets and thinly slice the red onion.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, sliced red onion, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts.

2- Make the Dressing:

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and Italian dressing until they are well combined.

3- Assemble the Salad:

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
Sprinkle the oregano on top.
Toss everything together until the broccoli, cranberries, walnuts, and onion are well coated with the dressing.

4- Chill and Serve:

For best results, cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold as a side dish or a light lunch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes (plus optional chilling time)
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 180
Proteins, Fats, Carbohydrates per Serving: Protein 3g, Fats 14g, Carbohydrates 12g
Equipment: Mixing bowl, whisk, chopping board, knife

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