Go Back
+ servings
Vegan Broccoli Salad

Delicious Vegan Broccoli Salad with Creamy Cashew Dressing

Enjoy this Vegan Broccoli Salad, bursting with flavors from fresh veggies, grapes, and a creamy cashew dressing, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Broccoli Fresh and chopped
  • 2 cups Red Grapes Sliced
  • 1 medium Red Onion Diced
  • 1 cup Almonds Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Cashews Soaked for at least 30 minutes
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Or honey if not strictly vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or fresh garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Blender

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse a head of fresh broccoli under cool running water, slice it into bite-sized florets and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the sliced red grapes, diced red onion, and chopped almonds to the bowl and gently mix.
  3. Soak the cashews in warm water for at least 30 minutes, then drain and blend with maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
  6. Give the salad a final toss before serving and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For optimal flavor, allow to rest after mixing.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!