Broccoli Salad 181
Get ready to fall in love with the bold flavors and vibrant textures of *Broccoli Salad 181*, a refreshing and satisfying dish perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners. This easy-to-make salad combines crisp broccoli florets with smoky, crumbled bacon, sweet dried cranberries, and nutty sunflower seeds, creating an irresistible medley of sweet, savory, and earthy flavors. Tossed with a creamy, tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sugar, this salad is bursting with flavor in every bite. Sharp cheddar cheese adds a rich dimension, while red onion brings a zesty kick. Ready in just 30 minutes (including crispy bacon prep!) and serving six, this chilled broccoli salad is a crowd-pleaser that only gets better the longer it sits. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, it’s an irresistible way to enjoy fresh produce with a gourmet touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 6 slices Bacon
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
While the bacon is cooking, prepare the broccoli by cutting it into small, bite-sized florets. Place the florets in a large mixing bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and crumbled bacon to the bowl with the broccoli and onion.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well-combined.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.4 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 522 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 192 mg | 4% | |
*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.
