Creamy broccoli, dried cranberry, risoni and grape salad

Name: Creamy broccoli, dried cranberry, risoni and grape salad
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Contemporary
Ingredients: 330g (1½ cups) risoni pasta; 1 head of broccoli, stems and florets finely chopped; 1 small red onion, very finely diced; 1 cup red grapes, halved; ⅔ cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped; ½ cup almonds or pine nuts, toasted and roughly chopped

Nourish your mind while you eat with a flavour-packed salad that hits all the notes.

Sarah Pound

November 5, 2025

Before serving, add the creamy dressing to this broccoli, dried cranberry, risoni and grape salad.Sarah Pound

easyTime:< 30 minsServes:4

This salad is a delightful combination of creamy, crunchy, and chewy textures, balanced by the sweet burst of grapes and the tart zing of cranberries. Bonus: the star ingredient, brain-boosting broccoli, packs antioxidants and vitamin K to nourish your mind while you eat. Serve it as a side dish or make a meal of it by pairing it with grilled chicken on crispy tofu.

Ingredients

330g (1½ cups) risoni pasta
1 head of broccoli, stems and florets finely chopped
1 small red onion, very finely diced
1 cup red grapes, halved
⅔ cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
½ cup almonds or pine nuts, toasted and roughly chopped

CREAMY DRESSING

2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 cup Greek or natural yoghurt
1 tsp Dijon mustard
½ lemon, juice squeezed
sea salt and pepper

Method

Step 1
Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the risoni and cook until al dente (about 8 minutes). Take care not to overcook it. Drain immediately, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
Step 2
For the dressing, add the ingredients to a large screw-top jar and shake well to mix. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, risoni, onion, grapes, cranberries, and chopped almonds. If the risoni is sticky, give it another quick rinse with cold water before adding. Just before serving, pour in the creamy dressing and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated. Season generously with salt and pepper.