It’s that time again when people get together and eat! How about serving or bringing a salad that everyone will love and it’s healthy? Plus, it’s convenient-all of the ingredients can be purchased at your local Trader Joe’s.
This recipe is from my upcoming new cookbook on losing weight with Trader Joe’s. It is full of great, easy recipes, menu plans and much more. Stay tuned for more information and ordering instructions.

Have a happy healthy 4th!

Crunchy Broccoli Salad with Grapes and Raisins

2 (12 ounce) packages TJ’s Broccoli Florets or 8 cups broccoli florets
1 ½ cups seedless green grapes, halved
1 cup chopped celery (2 stalks)
1 cup raisins
¼ cup salted sunflower seed kernels
1/3 cup TJ’s Reduced Fat Mayonnaise or light mayonnaise
¼ cup TJ’s Plain Fat Free Yogurt
1 tablespoon agave nectar or 2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon white or cider vinegar

1. Combine the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Gently whisk together mayonnaise and remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
3. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss well.
4. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Serves 8

Per serving:
160 calories, 4.3 g fat, .62 mg cholesterol, 10 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 3.8 g fiber, 5.3 g protein

Options:
Substitute 2 cups cauliflower for 2 cups of the broccoli
Use ½ cup TJ’s Greek Style Yogurt, 0% or other low or non fat Greek style yogurt in place of mayonnaise and yogurt
To lower carbohydrates, use fewer grapes and/or fewer raisins.

*Dairy-Free and Vegan if substitute plain unsweetened soy yogurt for Fat Free Yogurt

Gluten-Free