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Top-down view of high protein broccoli salad tossed with dressing, featuring visible broccoli florets, bacon, almonds, edamame, and dried cranberries.

Easy High-Protein Broccoli Salad Recipe

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A satisfying twist on the classic, this high protein broccoli salad features crunchy broccoli, sweet cranberries, crispy bacon, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing — plus edamame, roasted almonds, hemp seeds, and grated Parmesan for added protein and flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings : 4 servings

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Ingredients

Salad Ingredients
  • 6 cups broccoli florets, washed and chopped into bite-sized pieces (about 1 large head)
  • 1 cup shelled edamame, fresh or frozen and defrosted
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 8 slices turkey bacon or center-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • ½ cup roasted almonds, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 4 tbsp hemp hearts
  • 1 cup quinoa, cooked & cooled (*optional)
Creamy High-Protein Dressing
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 0% or 2%
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • Salt, to taste
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Instructions
 

  1. Make the Dressing
    In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup.
    Creamy Greek yogurt-based dressing whisked in a metal bowl, used for a healthy high protein broccoli salad recipe.
  2. Combine the Salad
    To the large bowl, add:
    - 6 cups of broccoli
    - 1 cup of shelled edamame
    - ¼ cup finely diced red onion
    - ½ cup dried cranberries
    - 8 strips of crumbled bacon
    - ½ cup roughly chopped almonds
    - ½ cup grated Parmesan
    - 4 tablespoons hemp seeds
    - 1 cup of cooked and cooled quinoa (if adding)
    Overhead of colorful, unmixed high protein broccoli salad ingredients in a large metal bowl with red tongs, bacon, Parmesan, broccoli, edamame, and nuts.
  3. Toss with the Dressing
    Toss well until everything is evenly coated in the dressing. Season with salt to taste.
    Finished bowl of high protein broccoli salad served on a neutral background, showcasing colorful textures and a protein-rich mix of veggies and toppings.
  4. Serve or Chill
    Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes to allow flavors to meld and broccoli to slightly soften.
    Healthy high protein broccoli salad shown in a stainless bowl after mixing, with creamy dressing coating all ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 498kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 30gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 774mgPotassium: 727mgFiber: 7gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 749IUVitamin C: 81mgCalcium: 338mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.