Favorite Broccoli Salad

Ingredients (11)

• 1 pound broccoli florets (from 1 1/2 pounds broccoli stalks), thinly sliced and then roughly chopped (see photos)
• 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds or slivered almonds
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
• 1/3 cup dried cranberries or dried tart cherries, chopped
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 medium clove garlic, pressed or minced
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt