Drop In Salad

Prep: 10 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Drop In Salad is a crisp, flavorful dish featuring fresh broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese, crunchy pecans, and red onion, all tossed in a tangy red wine vinaigrette with a touch of lemon. Perfect for casual gatherings, potlucks, or light lunches, it offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 1/2 cups cubed cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinaigrette
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the broccoli florets, cubed cheddar cheese, chopped pecans, and chopped red onion.
  2. Combine the red wine vinaigrette and lemon juice in a small bowl or jar, then drizzle over the salad.
  3. Toss the salad to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

290 kcal 14% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.4g 17% DV
Total Fat 26.4g 34% DV
Carbs 8g 3% DV
Fiber 2.8g 10% DV
Sugar 2.5g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 171.5mg 7% DV
Potassium 186mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 24.8mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 85mcg 9% DV
Vitamin C 2.1mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 202.8mg 16% DV
Iron 0.7mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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