Description
Broccoli Salad with Turkey is a refreshing and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from summer barbecues to holiday gatherings. Packed with crispy turkey , sweet cranberries, crunchy sunflower seeds, and creamy cheddar cheese, this salad strikes a delightful balance between savory and sweet. The tangy homemade dressing adds an extra zing, making it a sure crowd-pleaser. Not only is it quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, but it also keeps well in the fridge for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy its vibrant flavors all week long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–11 strips turkey
- 2 heads broccoli (approx. 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1 & 1/4 cups Miracle Whip OR mayonnaise
- 1 lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 & 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook turkey in the oven until crisp; chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients: Miracle Whip or mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, dry mustard, and cayenne pepper.
- Chop broccoli into small florets and add to the bowl along with cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheese, and most of the turkey.
- Mix well until combined; chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg