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Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds & Cranberries

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Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds & Cranberries is a lightened up version of a classic American recipe. And it’s vegan and gluten free.

This lightened up broccoli salad is easy to make with only a few ingredients. You don't even need to turn on your stove! (Vegan and gluten free)

Broccoli salad is traditionally very fattening with tons of mayonnaise and bacon.

In my opinion, it kind of defeats the purpose of eating broccoli!

But this version contains only a few ingredients. And you don’t even need to turn on the stove!

I like to serve this Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds & Cranberries as a side dish or combine it with a couple of other salads.

Some of my favorites are Tropical Chickpea Salad and Rainbow Confetti Quinoa Salad.

In addition, it’s great with a simple fruit salad.

Combining a few salads makes a complete lunch, which I like to pack in a stainless steel Bento Box for taking on the go.

Moreover, you can make a double batch of Broccoli Salad for a crowd or to bring to a potluck.

This lightened up broccoli salad is easy to make with only a few ingredients. You don't even need to turn on your stove! (Vegan and gluten free)

And perhaps you’re looking for other salad makeovers.

I love this Roasted Chickpea Fattoush Salad.

Roasted Chicpea Fattoush Salad (Vegan and Gluten free)

And this Vegan Curried Chicken Salad.

This vegan curried chicken salad brings back memories of the chicken salad my mom used to make with curry powder, grapes, and celery. Learn more by visiting www.veggiessavetheday.com, or pin and save for later!

And don’t forget an Italian Chopped Salad.

Italian Chopped Salad

There are so many delicious salad remakes!

Now let’s make Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds & Cranberries!

This lightened up broccoli salad is easy to make with only a few ingredients. You don't even need to turn on your stove! (Vegan and gluten free)

And look how easy it is to make Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds & Cranberries in this short 60 second video!

This lightened up broccoli salad is easy to make with only a few ingredients. You don't even need to turn on your stove! (Vegan and gluten free)
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Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds and Cranberries

This lightened up version of the classic salad is full of flavors and textures to please everyone!

Course Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4
Calories 193 kcal
Author Amy Katz

Ingredients

  • 4 cups broccoli florets chopped
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise (I used Just Mayo)
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the broccoli, sunflower seeds, and cranberries in a large bowl.
  2. Combine the mayo, vinegar, and salt and pepper in a small bowl and mix well.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
  4. Chill at least an hour before serving. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts
Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds and Cranberries
Amount Per Serving
Calories 193 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 111mg 5%
Potassium 341mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 6g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin A 11.3%
Vitamin C 98.4%
Calcium 4.9%
Iron 6.1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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  1. Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite says

    November 7, 2016 at 8:39 pm

    I love a good broccoli salad! The crunch it has is my favorite texture!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 7, 2016 at 8:47 pm

      Me too, Sophia!

      Reply
  2. Strength and Sunshine says

    November 7, 2016 at 10:04 pm

    Well that’s a great mix of crunchy veggie goodness!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 7:58 am

      Thank you! No soggy broccoli salad here!

      Reply
  3. Linda @ Veganosity says

    November 8, 2016 at 5:49 am

    Yum, I love broccoli. This looks like such a good salad, and the colors are so festive!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 7:58 am

      Thanks Linda! I think it goes well on any holiday table.

      Reply
  4. Mel | avirtualvegan.com says

    November 8, 2016 at 8:43 am

    Not enough people eat broccoli raw. I love it that way. Your salad sounds delicious!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 9:55 am

      Thanks Mel! I agree!

      Reply
  5. Becky Striepe says

    November 8, 2016 at 10:21 am

    This looks like it would be lovely on the holiday table. I love a broccoli salad, and adding cranberries is genius.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 10:25 am

      Thanks Becky! I like the colors together. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Laura says

    November 8, 2016 at 11:04 am

    Yesss!! Cranberries in salads are always so delicious!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 11:22 am

      I love them, too, Laura!

      Reply
  7. Jenn says

    November 8, 2016 at 11:28 am

    Love broccoli salad. And love that you made it healthier! And perfect for fall with the seeds and cranberries. Yum!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 12:09 pm

      Thanks, Jenn!

      Reply
  8. Luci {Luci's Morsels} says

    November 8, 2016 at 11:30 am

    This looks fabulous to make for picnics or a packed lunch! Thanks!

    Luci’s Morsels | fashion. food. frivolity.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 12:07 pm

      Thanks Luci!

      Reply
  9. swathi says

    November 8, 2016 at 11:50 am

    You have made broccoli salad to new level love it.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 12:07 pm

      That’s the best compliment, Swathi!

      Reply
  10. Debi at Life Currents says

    November 8, 2016 at 12:27 pm

    I love a good veggie filled salad, and this totally fits the bill! Broccoli is so tasty and so good for you, this is the perfect way to present it. Maybe I’ll make this for Thanksgiving dinner (I’m trying to make it a bit healthier this year).

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 12:37 pm

      Thanks, Debi! I really enjoy veggie salads.

      Reply
  11. Linda @ Your Daily Food Choices says

    November 8, 2016 at 1:15 pm

    What a beautiful healthy salad! So bright and colorful – a perfect salad for the upcoming holidays.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 1:26 pm

      Thanks Linda! I love how festive it looks. 🙂

      Reply
  12. Platter Talk says

    November 8, 2016 at 2:18 pm

    Oh boy! I have vowed to use more cranberries in my diet. This recipe makes it easy. Wonderful.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 8, 2016 at 2:18 pm

      Thank you! It doesn’t get much easier!

      Reply
  13. Anjali @ Vegetarian Gastronomy says

    November 9, 2016 at 9:33 pm

    I’m loving this fresh broccoli salad!! The colors, flavors, and those sunflower seeds!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 10, 2016 at 7:46 am

      Thanks Anjali! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Mary Ellen @ VNutrition says

    November 10, 2016 at 10:57 am

    I’ve never seen broccoli salad but it’s probably just like macaroni salad that we have here – filled with mayo and other bad stuff. This looks super delicious and healthy too!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 10, 2016 at 11:01 am

      The traditional one is pretty bad with lots of mayo and bacon. This one is a lot healthier!

      Reply
  15. Ginny McMeansg says

    November 12, 2016 at 4:40 pm

    What a lovely fresh salad. It would be a wonderful lunch so I’m going for it! 🙂

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 12, 2016 at 5:16 pm

      Thanks Ginny! I hope you enjoy it. 🙂

      Reply
  16. Sarah says

    November 13, 2016 at 10:51 pm

    This looks so good—I love that you dressed a summer salad up for fall! And I love broccoli salad because it keeps so well in the fridge. I need to up my veggie intake—gotta make some of this and have it for lunch every day!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 14, 2016 at 9:13 am

      Thanks Sarah! I know your family loves broccoli!

      Reply
  17. Uma Srinivas says

    November 14, 2016 at 9:30 am

    Broccoli salad is my favorite one! Thanks for another recipe:)

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 14, 2016 at 10:10 am

      Thank YOU, Uma! I hope you enjoy this version.

      Reply
  18. Nicole Dawson says

    November 17, 2016 at 7:49 pm

    Always love to see salad recipes that go beyond lettuce 🙂

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 17, 2016 at 8:07 pm

      Thanks Nicole! I love veggie salads. 🙂

      Reply
  19. Marie-Pierre Breton says

    May 5, 2017 at 5:03 am

    Simple and healthy just like I love my food! Plus the green from the broccoli and the red from the cranberries are looking fantastic!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      May 5, 2017 at 4:15 pm

      Thanks so much, Marie-Pierre!

      Reply
  20. Janet says

    December 11, 2017 at 9:08 am

    Another suggestion other than the vegan mayo, please?
    Something around 3g of fat if possible?
    Thank you

    Reply
    • Amy says

      December 11, 2017 at 9:45 am

      You could either look for a non-dairy plain yogurt, or skip the mayo and just use a little vinegar.

      Reply

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