Description
This delightful Broccoli Salad is a perfect blend of fresh broccoli florets, sweet cranberries, crunchy sunflower seeds, savory bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, all tossed in a creamy dressing. It’s a refreshing and flavorful side dish that’s great for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch.
Ingredients
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Fresh Broccoli Salad:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, red onion, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Toss and Chill: Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat evenly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt in place of some or all of the mayonnaise.
- You can also swap raisins for cranberries or omit bacon for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
