Broccoli Cauliflower Pepita Salad

This is my homemade twist on the traditional broccoli salad. Pepitas (pumpkin seeds) give this salad a nutty, chewy-crunch, and the light, bright-tasting dressing accents the hearty veggie mix. A favorite at picnics and potlucks!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 125 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• ½ cup diced onion
• ½ cup light mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 3 cups coarsely diced broccoli
• 3 cups coarsely diced cauliflower
• ½ cup shelled roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
• ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons coconut palm sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix broccoli, cauliflower, red bell pepper, onion, and pumpkin seeds in a large bowl.

Step 2

Whisk mayonnaise, yogurt, red wine vinegar, palm sugar, Dijon mustard, and salt together in a separate bowl; drizzle over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat.

Step 3

Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving.