Broccoli Cheese Salad
Bright, fresh, and packed with irresistible flavors, this Broccoli Cheese Salad is a show-stopping side dish that will elevate any meal! Featuring tender-crisp broccoli florets, crispy crumbled bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and crunchy sunflower seeds, all brought together with a creamy, tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of white vinegar. The addition of finely chopped red onion adds a subtle kick, while a touch of sugar balances out the flavors perfectly. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this vibrant salad is as quick to make as it is delicious! Serve it chilled for a refreshing complement to grilled meats, potlucks, or as a satisfying light main. Broccoli lovers and cheese enthusiasts alike won't be able to resist this nutrient-packed, flavor-filled dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Cooked and crumbled bacon
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch them for 1 minute. Immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain well and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped red onion, and sunflower seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat evenly.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad one final toss to distribute the dressing. Serve cold as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.1 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.9 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 6463 mg | 281% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.3 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.9 g | ||
| Protein | 154.6 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1324 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 3928 mg | 84% | |
*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.
