Best 3 Broccoli Salad With Lemon Yogurt Dressing Recipes

**Broccoli Salad with Lemon Yogurt Dressing: A Refreshing and Nutritious Delight**

Broccoli salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the goodness of broccoli with a tangy and creamy yogurt dressing. This salad is a perfect side dish for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a light and healthy lunch option. In this article, we present two variations of broccoli salad: a classic version with a bright lemon yogurt dressing and a bacon-ranch version for a more indulgent twist. Both recipes are easy to follow and packed with flavor, making them a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH LEMON POPPY SEED YOGURT DRESSING

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Crisp, crunchy and full of flavor, this broccoli salad with lemon poppy seed yogurt dressing is the perfect summer side salad. It only takes 15 minutes to whip up!!

Provided by LifeMadeSimpleTeam

Categories Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 heads broccoli ( trimmed into bite-size pieces)
4 slices bacon (cooked, crumbled)
1/4 cup red onion (chopped)
1/4 cup dried cherries (OR dried cranberries)
1/4 cup almonds (sliced, toasted)
1/4 cup sunflower seeds (salted and roasted)
4 oz medium cheddar cheese (OR sharp cheddar, cut into small cubes)
1/2 cup Greek yogurt (We like Stonyfield Whole Milk Plain Greek OR Regular Yogurt OR olive oil mayonnaise)
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp poppy seeds
1 lemon (zested)
pinch salt

Steps:

Add clean, dry broccoli pieces into a large mixing bowl. Add bacon, onions, cherries, almonds, sunflower seeds and cheese.
To make the salad dressing, in a small mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, poppy seeds, lemon zest and salt until combined. Pour the desired amount dressing over the salad, toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 serving, Calories 488 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 434 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 18 g

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH LEMON YOGURT DRESSING

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This wonderful salad is from the City Gardener's cookbook. Enjoy this recipe :-) Its absolutely delicious! prep time does not include minimum 1hr chill time.

Provided by love4culinary

Categories Onions

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 cups chopped broccoli
3/4 cup chopped tomato
1 1/2 green onions, minced
1/2 lemon, juice of
1/4 cup yogurt
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
fresh ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

First you must lightly steam your broccoli until just tender*approx.
5 mins* Rinse under cold water, drain, and put it in a serving bowl.
Add the tomatoes to the broccoli.
Dressing: Combine green onions, lemon juice, yogurt, salt, tarragon, basil, and pepper.
Pour over the vegetables and toss gently until well mixed.
Chill for at least 1 hour before serving!
ENJOY!

BROCCOLI BUFFET SALAD

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This is a great salad to pack for lunch at work, or to take to family gatherings. Try adding a bit of crumbled, cooked bacon for variety!

Provided by kelcampbell

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 cups broccoli florets
½ cup chopped red onion
¼ cup sunflower seeds
½ cup chopped raisins
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup plain low-fat yogurt
¼ cup light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a measuring cup, mix together yogurt, mayonnaise, sugar, and lemon juice.
In a salad bowl, stir together broccoli, red onion, sunflower seeds, raisins, and crumbled feta cheese. Toss with yogurt dressing, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 12.4 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 267.1 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp broccoli.
To save time, you can use pre-cut broccoli florets.
If you don't have any lemon yogurt dressing, you can make your own by whisking together 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
This salad is also delicious with other vegetables, such as cauliflower, carrots, or celery.
For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt instead of regular yogurt.

Conclusion:

This broccoli salad with lemon yogurt dressing is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this recipe a try.

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