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Vegan Broccoli Salad

Vegan Broccoli Salad That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

A vibrant Vegan Broccoli Salad with creamy cashew dressing, perfect for potlucks and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups red grapes or dried cranberries
  • 1 medium red onion or green onions
  • 1 cup almonds or walnuts/pumpkin seeds
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup raw cashews soaked for at least 2 hours
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or agave syrup
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Cashew Dressing
  1. Drain the soaked cashews. In a blender, combine cashews, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and water. Blend until smooth.
Step 2: Chop the Vegetables
  1. Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets, thinly slice red onion, and halve the red grapes.
Step 3: Mix Ingredients Together
  1. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, red onion, grapes, and chopped almonds. Toss gently to mix.
Step 4: Dress the Salad
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 5: Serve or Chill for Flavor
  1. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal crunch, add almonds right before serving. This salad keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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