Broccoli Salad with Bacon
Crunchy, savory, and slightly sweet, this Broccoli Salad with Bacon is the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish that’s as delicious as it is easy to make! Tender broccoli florets form the base of this vibrant salad, with crispy bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, sweet dried cranberries, and a pop of red onion adding layers of irresistible texture and flavor. Tossed in a creamy dressing made with tangy apple cider vinegar and a touch of sweetness, this salad is the perfect balance of bold and fresh. Ready in just 25 minutes (including prep and cooking time) and ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners, this salad can be made ahead and chilled for the flavors to meld. Packed with wholesome ingredients and loads of flavor, it’s a must-try addition to your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 6 slices bacon
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease, then crumble into bite-sized pieces.
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Cut into small, bite-sized pieces if necessary and add them to a large mixing bowl.
Dice the red onion into small pieces and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, dried cranberries, and crumbled bacon to the bowl with the broccoli and onion.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Give the salad a final toss just before serving. Serve chilled as a side dish or as part of a buffet spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2137 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.5 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.6 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 284 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 2306 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.1 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 605 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 399 mg | 8% | |
*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.
