Honey Lemon Nut Broccoli Salad
A bright and nutty broccoli side dish that is sweet and tangy to complement a savory meal.
This Broccoli Salad is a sweet and tangy dish, ideal for any occasion. Tender broccoli florets are combined with crunchy almonds, walnuts, and sunflower seeds, while red onion adds a subtle sharpness. A honey lemon sauce gives the salad a refreshing, zesty flavor that balances sweet and tangy notes. Easy to make, this versatile salad works well as a side or a light meal, offering a delicious way to enjoy healthy greens and nuts.
Servings
4-6
Prep Time
20 minutes
Chill Time
1 hour
Total Time
1 hour 20 minutes
Ingredients
4 cups broccoli florets
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
4 tablespoons sunflower seeds
Zest from 1/2 lemon
For the Honey Lemon Sauce
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Instructions
Preparation of Ingredients: Wash and prep the broccoli florets. Dice the red onion, slice the almonds, and chop the walnuts.
Zesting the Lemon: Zest half of the lemon, avoiding the white pith.
Preparing the Honey Lemon Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, and white wine vinegar until smooth.
Assembling the Salad: In a large bowl, toss the broccoli, red onion, almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and lemon zest. Drizzle the honey lemon sauce over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Chilling: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld the flavors.
Serving: Mix gently and serve.
Tip: Toast the almonds and walnuts for added depth.
Toss all prepared ingredients together in a large bowl.
Mix together the mayonnaise, honey, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice.
