Christmas Broccoli Salad
Brighten your holiday table with this festive and flavorful Christmas Broccoli Salad! This quick and easy side dish combines crisp broccoli florets with the tart sweetness of dried cranberries, the savory crunch of sunflower seeds, and the irresistible taste of crispy bacon. Tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing with a hint of sweetness, this salad is perfectly balanced and packed with texture. Shredded sharp cheddar cheese and diced red onion add depth, while a brief chill in the fridge enhances the flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes of hands-on time, this make-ahead dish is a stress-free crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with any holiday feast. Perfect for Christmas dinner or your next potluck, this broccoli salad is as festive as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup shelled sunflower seeds
- 0.5 medium-sized (diced) red onion
- 0.5 cup (shredded) sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices (crumbled) crispy bacon
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, diced red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled crispy bacon.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth to form the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss, taste, and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve chilled as a festive and refreshing side dish for your holiday meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.0 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 154 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 2321 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.6 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 654 mg | 14% | |
*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.
