Broccoli Apple Salad
Broccoli is a popular vegetable for its versatility in main or side dishes and because it provides great health benefits for detoxifying the body. Try this version of broccoli salad with a healthy twist –a yogurt dressing!
Serves:
4Prep Time:
10 minutesINGREDIENTS
- 1-2 large crowns of broccoli
- 2 apples (any variety of your choice)
For dressing
- 1 tablespoon non-fat plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings:
- Raisins, sunflower seeds, walnuts or cheese
DIRECTIONS
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Separate the broccoli into its florets and then thinly slice. Place in a bowl.
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Halve and core the apples. Slice apple into thin pieces and then mix with broccoli.
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To prepare dressing, mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Taste and season with salt and pepper to your preference.
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Pour dressing over the broccoli and apple mixture, and toss well to coat vegetables.
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Tip: If you put salad in the fridge for 10 minutes before serving, it will stay crisp slightly longer.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Per Serving (1/4 recipe)
Calories: 75, Total Fat 1g, Saturated Fat 0g, Cholesterol 1mg, Sodium: 14mg, Total Carbohydrate: 16g, Dietary Fiber 4g, Sugar: 9g, Protein: 2g
Recipe adapted from Leanne Brown by Christy Goff, MS, RDN, CD