why make this recipe
This salad is fresh, sweet, and crunchy. It blends soft strawberries with crisp broccoli and crunchy pecans. You can make it fast for a picnic, a side dish, or a light meal.
introduction
Strawberry Pecan Broccoli Salad mixes simple raw ingredients for a bright taste. The mix of sweet berries, salty feta, and nutty pecans makes it pop. If you like other broccoli salads, try a creamy version like creamy Greek broccoli salad for more ideas.
how to make Strawberry Pecan Broccoli Salad
You make this salad in one bowl. Chop and toss the main items, whisk a quick dressing, and pour it over. For a richer mix with chicken and feta, see a recipe for feta broccoli chicken salad for a meal-style version.
Ingredients :
- Broccoli florets
- Strawberries, sliced
- Red onion, diced
- Pecans, chopped
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Olive oil
- Apple cider vinegar
- Honey or maple syrup
- Salt
- Pepper
Directions :
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, sliced strawberries, diced red onion, chopped pecans, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a short time before serving to let the flavors meld.
how to serve Strawberry Pecan Broccoli Salad
Serve it cold or slightly chilled. It works as a side with grilled chicken or fish. You can also put it on top of greens for a bigger salad plate.
how to store Strawberry Pecan Broccoli Salad
Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add the pecans just before serving if you want them very crunchy. If the salad gets watery, drain a bit of liquid and toss before serving.
tips to make Strawberry Pecan Broccoli Salad
- Cut broccoli into small, bite-size pieces so it is easy to eat.
- Use firm, ripe strawberries for the best sweet taste.
- Toast pecans lightly for more flavor.
- For a low-carb twist, check a similar idea at low-carb broccoli chicken salad with feta to see how to change mix-ins.
variation (if any)
- Add cooked chicken for protein.
- Swap feta for goat cheese or shaved Parmesan.
- Use almonds or sunflower seeds instead of pecans.
- Try lemon juice in the dressing for a brighter tang.
FAQs
Q: Can I make this salad ahead?
A: Yes, you can mix it and chill for a few hours. Add nuts just before serving for more crunch.
Q: Can I use frozen strawberries?
A: Fresh strawberries give the best texture. If you use frozen, thaw and drain them well so the salad does not get soggy.
Q: Is there a dairy-free option?
A: Yes. Skip the feta and add extra nuts or seeds for texture and flavor.
Q: Can I replace apple cider vinegar?
A: White wine vinegar or lemon juice also work well in the dressing.
Conclusion
This Strawberry Pecan Broccoli Salad is quick, bright, and easy to tweak for your taste. For another clear recipe with similar flavors, see the full Sweet Strawberry Broccoli Salad guide.
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Strawberry Pecan Broccoli Salad
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A fresh, sweet, and crunchy salad blending strawberries, broccoli, and pecans, perfect for picnics or light meals.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Broccoli florets
- 2 cups Strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup Red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup Pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, sliced strawberries, diced red onion, chopped pecans, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a short time before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
For a richer mix, consider adding cooked chicken or using goat cheese instead of feta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: salad, broccoli, strawberries, pecans, vegetarian