Description
Broccoli Turkey Salad with Raisins and Cheddar Cheese is a colorful and nutritious dish that effortlessly combines crunchy broccoli, crispy turkey sweet raisins, and rich cheddar cheese. This salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 25 minutes—but also perfect for any occasion, be it a picnic, potluck, or family barbecue. The delightful mix of flavors and textures makes it a standout choice that will please even the pickiest eaters. Plus, it’s packed with healthy ingredients and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Serve it as a standalone meal or alongside grilled chicken for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head broccoli (with leaves trimmed off)
- 8 slices turkey (cooked and crumbled)
- 1/2 cup red onion (chopped)
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar (cut into very small chunks)
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Wash and trim broccoli; cut into bite-sized florets.
- Cook turkey in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; crumble once cooled.
- In a mixing bowl, combine broccoli florets, crumbled turkey chopped red onion, raisins, dried cranberries, and cheddar cheese.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg