Description
This Broccoli Salad with Turkey is a crowd-pleaser that combines crunchy broccoli, savory turkey , sweet dried cranberries, and creamy dressing for an explosion of flavors. Ideal for summer barbecues or holiday gatherings, this salad is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a perfect addition to any meal. Packed with vitamins and healthy fats from sunflower seeds, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that can be made ahead of time and served cold or at room temperature. Whether as a side dish or a light main course, this versatile salad is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–11 strips turkey (cooked)
- 2 heads broccoli (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup roasted salted sunflower seeds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
- lemon zest
- lemon juice
- apple cider vinegar
- sugar
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- dry mustard
- cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Cook the turkey in the oven until crispy; chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Chop broccoli into small florets and add to the bowl along with cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese, and most of the turkey.
- Mix thoroughly to coat everything in dressing.
- Serve immediately or chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg