Skinny Creamy Broccoli Salad

Ingredients:

For the salad:

• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds or chopped nuts (for added crunch)

For the creamy dressing:

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (low-fat or non-fat)
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Wash and chop the fresh broccoli into bite-sized florets. You can also blanch the broccoli in boiling water for a minute or two to make it slightly tender but still crisp. Drain and cool it down with cold water.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, chopped red onion, shredded carrots, dried cranberries or raisins (if using), and slivered almonds or chopped nuts.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust the sweetness and seasoning to your preference.
4. Pour the creamy dressing over the broccoli salad ingredients and toss well to coat everything evenly.
5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and the broccoli to absorb the dressing.
6. Just before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. Enjoy your Skinny Creamy Broccoli Salad as a nutritious and refreshing side dish!