Healthy Cherry Almond Broccoli Salad
A hearty healthy cherry almond broccoli salad loaded with my favorite antioxidant-rich ingredients to make this incredibly tasty salad!
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- ½ large avocado peeled
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove chopped
- 3 tablespoons water + more as needed for desired consistency
- Salt & pepper to taste as needed
For the salad:
- 2 slices turkey bacon cooked and diced
- 4 cups fresh broccoli cut into very small florets (about 2 medium heads)
- 2 cups cherries seeded and halved
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- ½ cup almonds coarsely chopped
Instructions
- To make the dressing, combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
- Add an extra tablespoon or two, if needed to achieve desired consistency.
- In a large bowl, combine the bacon, broccoli, cherries, onion and almonds. Gradually stir in all of the avocado dressing. Enjoy!
Notes
Makes great leftovers and will last a couple of days in the fridge covered or in a large baggie.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.6g | Protein: 4.4g | Fat: 12.2g | Saturated Fat: 2.1g | Cholesterol: 5.5mg | Sodium: 150.3mg | Fiber: 2.5g | Sugar: 5.7g