Diabetic Recipes | Zesty Broccoli Salad

4 cups fresh small broccoli florets
1 cup thinly sliced purple onion rings
½ cup sweetened, dried cranberries
½ cup reduced-fat Italian dressing
2 tablespoons dry-roasted sunflower seeds

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a serving dish and toss to coat well. Refrigerate for 1 - 2 hours to allow flavors to blend. Toss again before serving.

Nutritional Info (per serving):

Calories: 75
Carbohydrate: 10g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 3g
Saturated fat: <1g
Sodium: 110mg
Fiber: 2g

Exchanges per serving: 1 Vegetable, ½ Fruit, ½ Fat
Carbohydrate choices: 1

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