This roasted broccoli salad has a delicious combination of golden roasted broccoli florets, crispy cooked bacon, toasted sunflower seeds and golden raisins. It is gently tossed with a simple homemade yogurt dressing.

Make this Roasted Broccoli Salad any time of the year as a main meal or a side dish. Creamy roasted broccoli salad makes a nice color addition to any holiday table. The best part is that the homemade dressing can be served on the side for low carb diets.

I love cooking meals with whole foods and this broccoli salad recipe allows me to do that.

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Ingredients for Roasted Broccoli Salad

• 6 Cups fresh broccoli florets, rinsed and drained
• 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• ½ Cup. plain Greek yogurt (full fat)
• 1 Tbsp. sugar-free mayonnaise
• 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• ½ tsp. dried dill, optional
• 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
• ¼ Cup. yellow raisins
• ¼ Cup. sunflower seeds, toasted
• ¼ Cup. fresh parsley, chopped plus extra for garnish

Kitchen Tools Used

• Large rimmed baking pan like this one
• Silicone baking mat like these
• Large and small bowls like this set
• Salad server set like this wooden one
• Vegetable colander like this handy one
• Whisk, like this silicone set
• Skillet to fry the bacon

How To Make Roasted Broccoli Salad with Yogurt Dressing

This recipe for roasted broccoli salad comes together quickly. You will enjoy cooking this healthy salad for your friends and family using whole foods like fresh broccoli with fresh herbs like parsley.

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°

Place your silicone baking mat or parchment paper onto a large rimmed baking pan and set aside while you prepare the broccoli.

Step 2

Cut the broccoli florets into bite size pieces. Rinse and drain in a colander.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Gently toss broccoli to combine with seasonings and then spread on the your prepared large baking sheet in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the broccoli on the baking sheet.

Step 4

Now place the baking sheet into the pre-heated oven and roast the broccoli until it is tender and slightly charred around the edges, approximately 15-20 minutes. Keep a check on it as cooking times may vary because some ovens cook faster than others.

Step 5 Make The Dressing

While the broccoli is roasting, you can make the dressing. Combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar and dried dill, if using, in a small mixing bowl. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Whisk to blend well and set aside.

Kitchen Tip

You can add the dressing ingredients into a Mason jar and shake to blend rather than use a whisk if you like.

Step 6

Cook the bacon and drain on paper toweling. Crumble and set aside.

Step 7

Remove the broccoli from the oven and allow it to cool completely.

Step 8

Add the broccoli back into the large mixing bowl along with the crumbled bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds and fresh parsley.

Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to blend. Transfer to your serving platter or bowl. Serve and enjoy!

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I think this is the best roasted broccoli salad recipe ever. It checks all of the boxes for me, roasting the broccoli brings out the flavor, the raisins add just a touch of sweetness, the sunflower seeds give it a crunch and the dressing is perfect, not sweet and not too tart. Of course, everything is better with bacon.

You can serve this classic broccoli salad on the side or as a main dish for a weeknight meal if you like. The colors of this broccoli salad make it a perfect addition to your holiday table too.

Store any leftovers in an airtight container and enjoy them for lunch the next day.

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Thank you for sharing!