Description
This classic Broccoli Salad recipe combines fresh chopped broccoli with a creamy, tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice. Tossed with shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and red onion, this salad is a perfect side dish for gatherings or a light meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, it can be served immediately or chilled to enhance the flavors.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 1/4 cup (59 ml) red wine vinegar
- 1/8 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup (149 g) mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salad
- 2 heads chopped broccoli
- 1 1/2 cup (170 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup (80 g) chopped red onion
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a large oversized mixing bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, sugar, ground pepper, salt, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Whip together for about 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Add the chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped red onion to the same bowl. Stir everything together thoroughly until all the salad ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Using a spatula, transfer the salad into a serving bowl. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- You can prepare the salad a few hours ahead and chill it to enhance the flavors.
- For a healthier option, substitute mayonnaise with a light or Greek yogurt-based dressing.
- Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble for best texture.
- Chopped nuts like almonds or sunflower seeds can be added for extra crunch.
- Adjust sugar quantity to taste if you prefer a less sweet dressing.
