Broccoli Cranberry Salad

Broccoli Cranberry Salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of crunchy broccoli, tart cranberries, toasted almonds, and creamy feta cheese is irresistible. The salad is dressed with a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Broccoli Cranberry Salad is a dish that was created by yours truly, back in the days when I was a young culinary student. I was tasked with creating a salad that was both healthy and delicious, and I wanted to come up with something that was a little bit different from the usual green salad. I started with broccoli, which is a cruciferous vegetable that is packed with nutrients. Then I added dried cranberries, which provide a tart sweetness. Toasted almonds add a nutty crunch, and crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy richness. The salad is dressed with a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup chopped almonds
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, cranberries, almonds, feta, and red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Why It Works

• The combination of crunchy broccoli, tart cranberries, toasted almonds, and creamy feta cheese is irresistible.
• The simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper enhances the flavors of the salad without overpowering them.
• The salad is easy to make and can be served immediately or refrigerated for later.