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Creamy Vegan Broccoli Salad

A quick, creamy, and flavor-packed salad that's perfect for any occasion. This delicious vegan dish is loaded with broccoli, dried cranberries, and a smooth cashew dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup raw cashews Soaked in water for at least 2 hours
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1 clove garlic Minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the cashews in water for at least 2 hours, then drain.
  2. In a blender, combine soaked cashews, water, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic, salt, and pepper, and blend until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
  4. Pour the cashew dressing over the salad and mix thoroughly.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For ultra-creamy dressing, soak cashews longer. Add chopped apples for sweetness or fresh herbs like parsley for added flavor. The salad keeps well in the fridge for 3-4 days.