Broccoli Salad with Creamy Dressing (Printable Recipe)
# What You'll Need:
→ For Broccoli Salad
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2 medium broccoli heads (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 large carrot, grated or julienned
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1 apple, cored and chopped
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1/2 small red onion (1/4 cup), thinly sliced
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1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
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1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
→ For Creamy Lemon Dressing
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 cup sour cream
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2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1/2 Tbsp sugar, or to taste
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1/4 tsp sea salt
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1/8 tsp black pepper
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Toast walnuts or pecans over medium/high heat, tossing occasionally to prevent burning, for about 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and coarsely chop.
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Chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces, grate carrot, chop apple, and thinly slice onion. Transfer all prepared vegetables to a large salad bowl.
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Add toasted nuts and dried cranberries or raisins to the bowl with vegetables.
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In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
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Pour dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
# Additional Info:
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This broccoli salad can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before serving.