Kale Broccoli Salad
This Broccoli Kale Salad is a crunchy, colorful side dish made with fresh broccoli, tender kale, sweet dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and a creamy homemade Dijon dressing. It’s the perfect make-ahead salad for potlucks, holidays, or easy weeknight dinners.
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 365kcal
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Sharp Knife
- cutting board
- measuring cups and spoons
- small bowl
- whisk
- Salad tongs or large spoon
Ingredients
- 3 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli small florets and tender stems
- 3 cups chopped curly kale stems removed
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ½ small red onion very thinly sliced
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese optional
For the dressing:
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add the kale, chopped broccoli, shredded carrots, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, red onion, and cheddar if using. Toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving for best texture and flavor. Toss again before serving.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Notes
- Chill the salad for best flavor and texture before serving.
- Be sure broccoli pieces are bite-sized for easy eating.
- Remove tough kale stems before chopping.
- Whisk dressing until completely smooth before pouring over salad.
Storage
Storage:Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Stir before serving. Reheating:
This salad is best served cold and does not require reheating. Freezing:
Freezing is not recommended, as the fresh vegetables and creamy dressing will not hold up well once thawed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 394mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 3226IU | Vitamin C: 51mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 1mg