How to Make Fruit and Broccoli Buffet Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to creating a healthy and delicious salad, the options are endless. One versatile and vibrant salad that never fails to impress is the Fruit and Broccoli Buffet Salad. This colorful and nutritious dish is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a hit with both kids and adults. Packed with a variety of fruits and crunchy broccoli, this salad is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a powerhouse of nutrients.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup grapeseed oil
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon poppy seeds
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard
  • ½ cup pecans
  • 2 oranges, peeled and sectioned
  • 2 ½ cups bite-size broccoli florets
  • 1 red apple, chopped
  • 1 cup grapes, halved

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Beat grapeseed oil, sugar, cider vinegar, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, salt, poppy seeds, paprika, and mustard together in a bowl with a whisk until smooth and creamy.
  • Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Toast pecans in hot skillet, stirring frequently, until fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes.; spread onto a cutting board to cool completely before chopping.
  • Toss orange sections, broccoli, apple, and grapes together in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, 2 to 6 hours.
  • Sprinkle chopped pecans over salad.
  • Nutrition

    350 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 208mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 25g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 71mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 358mg