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Blueberry Lemon Poppyseed Broccoli Salad

Looking for a fresh and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for cookouts, meal prep, holiday dinners, or healthy lunch ideas? This Blueberry Lemon Poppyseed Broccoli Salad combines crisp broccoli, juicy blueberries, crunchy cashews, and a bright lemon poppyseed dressing for an easy recipe that’s bursting with color and flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a delicious addition to your collection of healthy salad recipes, easy dinner ideas, and refreshing food ideas for every season.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups chopped broccoli
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/3 cup dried blueberries
  • 1/2 cup cashews
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup lemon poppyseed dressing

Instructions

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli before chopping it into bite-sized florets.
  2. Rinse and dry the fresh blueberries.
  3. Chop the green onions and zest the lemon.
  4. Add the broccoli, blueberries, dried blueberries, green onions, lemon zest, and cashews to a large mixing bowl.
  5. Pour the lemon poppyseed dressing over the salad.
  6. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving.
  8. Toss once more and garnish with extra blueberries, cashews, or lemon zest if desired.

Notes

  • Toast the cashews for deeper flavor and extra crunch.
  • Add the nuts just before serving if making the salad ahead.
  • Chill the salad for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to blend beautifully.
  • Author: Emmy Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8 servings
  • Calories: 210 calories per serving

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