Description
Elevate your meal with this vibrant Bang Bang Broccoli Salad, bursting with flavor and crunch. Fresh broccoli florets are tossed with sweet red bell peppers, crunchy carrots, and a creamy Sriracha dressing that brings the perfect zing. Ideal for potlucks, BBQs, or a healthy side dish, this salad is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. With its colorful presentation and irresistible taste, it’s a delightful way to enjoy your greens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prep your veggies: Wash broccoli florets thoroughly and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Slice the red bell pepper into strips and grate the carrots.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), and garlic powder until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss together broccoli florets, red bell pepper strips, grated carrots, and chopped green onions. Pour in the dressing and gently mix until evenly coated.
- Add crunch: Top with toasted sesame seeds just before serving for added texture.
- Chill (optional): For enhanced flavor blending, refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg