Broccoli and Cheddar Salad
Creamy, crunchy, and packed with bold flavors, this Broccoli and Cheddar Salad is the perfect make-ahead dish for potlucks, barbecues, or an easy weeknight side. Featuring crisp broccoli florets, tangy shredded cheddar cheese, smoky crumbled bacon, and a delightful mix of raisins, sunflower seeds, and red onion, every bite offers a satisfying mix of textures and tastes. Tossed in a creamy mayo-based dressing with a hint of sweetness and tang from white vinegar and sugar, this salad comes together in just 20 minutes and can be served chilled for ultimate refreshment. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing salad or a nutritious, low-carb side, this recipe is a must-try! Keywords: broccoli salad, cheddar cheese recipe, creamy salad, easy side dishes, make-ahead potluck recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Prepare the broccoli by cutting it into small, bite-sized florets. Rinse well under cold water and pat dry.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, diced red onion, raisins, and sunflower seeds. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture in the large bowl. Toss thoroughly until everything is well-coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve chilled as a side dish or light entrée.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 460 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 221 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
