This strawberry broccoli salad features a homemade poppy seed dressing that adds a burst of flavor to this summertime favorite.
Tossed in a delightful homemade poppy seed dressing, this strawberry broccoli salad is the ultimate summer dish, perfect as a side or a main course!
Oh, the freshness of this strawberry broccoli salad with poppy seed dressing is simply irresistible! With a medley of fresh veggies, fruits, and herbs combined with the light lemony poppy seed dressing, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends!
Strawberry Broccoli Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
Ingredients
- 4 cups raw broccoli chopped into bite-size pieces
- 1/4 large red onion thinly sliced
- 2 cups strawberries thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup raisins
- 3/4 cup fresh mint leaves roughly chopped
- 4 oz. pecorino romano or white cheddar cheese about 1/2 cup, chopped into small cubes
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds toasted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
**Homemade Poppyseed Dressing:**
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2.5 teaspoons honey
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Slice the broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the broccoli, red onion, strawberries, raisins, mint leaves, and cheese.
- Prepare the dressing (if making homemade) and pour it over the salad ingredients. Toss well to coat everything.
- Toast the slivered almonds in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the toasted almonds and salt over the salad and toss again.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. The flavors meld together better if chilled longer, so making it ahead is great!