Description
This Raw Vegan Broccoli Salad is crunchy, zesty, and nourishing. Made with fresh broccoli, carrots, nuts, and dried fruit, then tossed in a tangy lemon-tahini dressing, it’s a dairy-free, gluten-free, and mayo-free salad that’s perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or light lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of broccoli, chopped into small florets
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/3 cup raw almonds or sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave
- 1 tbsp tahini or almond butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp chia or hemp seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prep vegetables: Chop broccoli into bite-sized florets. Add to a large bowl with carrots, onion, almonds, and raisins.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, maple syrup, and tahini. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss salad: Pour dressing over broccoli mixture. Toss until everything is well coated.
- Rest: Let sit for at least 10 minutes to soften and absorb flavor.
- Serve: Garnish with chia or hemp seeds if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Chop broccoli small for the best texture.
- Massage broccoli lightly with lemon juice if you prefer softer bites.
- Soak dried fruit in warm water for 10 minutes if too firm.
- Taste dressing and adjust lemon or maple syrup to balance tang and sweetness.
- Best enjoyed fresh or within 3 days refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Vegan, Raw
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
Keywords: Raw Vegan Broccoli Salad, Vegan Broccoli Salad no mayo, Raw broccoli salad recipe, Dairy-free broccoli salad, Mayo-free vegan salad