Creamy Vegan Broccoli Salad
This vegan broccoli salad is loaded with flavor and crunch! Made with fresh broccoli florets, smoky almonds, sunflower seeds and raisins in a creamy, zippy dressing, it's a must have for all your summer get-togethers.
Servings: 8
Calories: 275kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup diced red onion
- 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons organic granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 6 cups fresh broccoli florets (Note 1)
- ¾ cup raisins
- ½ cup smoked almonds (Note 2), roughly chopped
- ½ cup roasted and salted sunflower seeds
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Optional step: place the diced onion into a small cup or bowl and cover it with cold water. Let it soak while you prep the remaining ingredients. This will reduce the bite of the onion.
- Stir the mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar together in a large mixing bowl.
- Stir in the broccoli, raisins, almonds, and sunflower seeds, along with the onion, draining it first if you soaked it.
- Stir everything together.
- Taste-test the salad and season it with salt and pepper. Adjust any other seasonings to your liking.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- If you buy about 28 ounces of fresh broccoli (1 ¾ pounds) you should get the required 6 cups of florets for this recipe.
- Check the ingredients before you buy your smoked almonds, in order to ensure that they're vegan.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.6g | Protein: 3.9g | Fat: 24.7g | Saturated Fat: 2.4g | Sodium: 183mg | Potassium: 290mg | Fiber: 2.9g | Sugar: 6.3g | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg