Broccoli Salad with Turkey
Enjoy this vibrant Broccoli Salad with Turkey, a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will elevate any gathering. Packed with fresh broccoli, crunchy sunflower seeds, tart cranberries, and savory turkey, this dish is coated in a creamy dressing that perfectly balances tanginess and sweetness. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, it’s not only quick to prepare but also a nutritious option everyone will love. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this salad is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–11 strips cooked turkey
- 2 heads broccoli (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1 & 1/4 cups Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 & 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Cook the turkey in the oven until crispy, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together Miracle Whip or mayonnaise with lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, dry mustard, and cayenne pepper until smooth.
- Chop broccoli into small florets and add to the dressing along with dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese, and most of the turkey (reserve some for topping).
- Mix gently until all ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg